Safety Manager I or II

Mortenson•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

Mortenson is hiring a Safety Manager at level I or II. The role provides management, leadership, direction, and support for Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project teams and construction sites. The position may include supervisory responsibility for one or more safety professionals. Compensation depends on factors including experience and location, and the role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. The Safety Manager I base pay range is $100,100–$150,200. The Safety Manager II base pay range is $107,200–$160,800. Actual ranges are higher for certain locations: Denver and Chicago by 5%, Seattle and Portland by 10%, and Washington, D.C. by 12.5%. The position requires the employee to be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. Travel may be up to 100%.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent; alternatively, a high school diploma, CHST certification, OSHA 500, and at least 10 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work.
  • At least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional managing project safety programs, conducting or reviewing hazard analyses, developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities, or equivalent experience.
  • Current driver’s license.
  • Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
  • Ability to work in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety-related software programs.
  • Positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
  • Effective public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
  • Active listening skills and effective communication, with openness to diverse input and feedback.
  • Ability to travel up to 100%.
  • Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.
  • Safety Manager II: one year of related experience.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Responsibilities

  • Provide safety oversight, leadership, and direction in implementing the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites.
  • Lead project management teams in developing site-specific electrical safety programs and activities.
  • Identify training needs and conduct safety orientation and electrical training programs, including train-the-trainer sessions.
  • Review safety submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors.
  • Provide professional direction and mentorship to Safety and Senior Safety Engineers and Coordinators.
  • Oversee documentation, tracking, and analysis of safety, injury, and hazard statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports.
  • Conduct work area safety audits.
  • Conduct or assist with major incident analysis.
  • Monitor and review subcontractor activities for safety concerns.

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
  • Dental plan.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 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 work-life resources.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Adoption assistance.
  • Gym membership discount program.
  • Incentive plan eligibility.
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