Safety Engineer I

Mortenson • DeKalb, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer I who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Safety Engineer will work to implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program at a project site and ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in occupational safety, health, or related field preferred; OR High school diploma, CHST or STS certification, OSHA 30 Hour training with minimum five years of continuous construction experience
• Experience administering safety programs, conducting hazard analyses, developing controls, implementing safeguards, contributing to safe work activity plans
• Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office and safety-related software programs
• Positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to team members and outside parties
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, leadership skills
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Nice To Haves

• Previous related internship experience a plus
• Current driver's license

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite
• Assist project management in developing site-specific safety programs
• Conduct safety orientation and training
• Document and track safety violations
• Conduct work area safety audits
• Analyze leading/trailing indicator data
• Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics
• Coordinate OSHA reporting
• Review safety submittments
• Monitor trade partner work plans for safety concerns
• Assist with onsite injury management
• Manage Return to Work assignments
• Organize project safety celebrations
• Provide resources for safety information
• Evaluate industrial hygiene concerns
• Maintain knowledge of construction safety standards
• Serve as a resource for safety issues
• Ensure maintenance of safety equipment and PPE
• Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers
• Accompany safety personnel on work-site tours
• Manage safety budget
• Attend/chair safety meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED