Senior Safety Engineer I- Civil & Underground Utility

Mortenson•Rayville, LA

10h•$89,500 - $120,800

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I with a strong background in civil and utility construction, including field activities involving underground utilities, excavation, and other civil scopes. The role implements Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites and promotes a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors. The position requires openness to a rotational travel schedule of three weeks on followed by four or five days off, with projects located throughout the United States. Candidates must be willing to travel up to 100%. The role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent; alternatively, a high school diploma with CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and at least 10 years of construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for project safety programs, hazard analyses and controls, safety training, and work planning, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least four years of construction safety experience supporting civil and/or underground utility scopes, including excavations, trenching, underground utilities, and heavy equipment operations.
Current valid driver’s license.
Experience supporting field activities.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety software programs.
Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively.
Willingness to travel up to 100%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Implement and administer safety programs at worksites, including site-specific safety activities and training programs.
Document and track safety violations, conduct safety audits, and analyze loss-control data.
Lead OSHA reporting, monitor subcontractor activities, and review safety submittals.
Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics.
Provide safety-related information, evaluate industrial hygiene concerns, and maintain knowledge of safety standards.
Serve as a resource for safety issues, attend safety meetings, and assist with major incident analysis.
Work with client safety personnel, union representatives, and insurance risk engineers.
Ensure safety equipment is maintained and inspected.
Build relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost (for eligible non-craft and non-union craft employees working 25 or more hours per week).
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.