Safety Manager II

Mortenson • Itasca, IL

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Safety Manager II who will be responsible for providing management, leadership, direction, and support within Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety program for multiple project teams and construction sites. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), Mortenson's expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. They are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or related field; OR High school diploma with CHST, OSHA 500, and 12 years of construction experience leading crews and planning work, including seven years as a dedicated construction safety professional
• Minimum seven years of experience in a construction safety role or equivalent related experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety software programs
• Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and effective public speaking and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee, lead, and manage the implementation of the Zero Injury Safety Program and develop site-specific safety plans across multiple project sites
• Plan, lead, and manage safety program elements and initiatives, collaborating with trade partners and joint-venture partners
• Conduct and review site hazard assessments, develop safety orientation content, and identify and conduct necessary safety training
• Oversee project documentation, tracking, and analysis of safety statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports, and lead improvement action plans
• Monitor onsite construction activities, document deficiencies and corrective actions, and lead incident reporting, investigation, and analysis
• Collaborate with Risk Management, review project work plans, and participate in project planning and hazard analysis
• Provide direction and mentorship to Safety staff, act as a resource for safety issues, and maintain knowledge of safety standards and regulations
• Support safety performance metrics, assist in incident response, and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

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: Senior