Senior Safety Engineer I

Mortenson•Los Lunas, NM

10h•$89,500 - $120,800

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I to implement its Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites and help ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors at construction worksites. The position involves administering site safety programs, tracking and analyzing safety data, supporting incident analysis, coordinating with project stakeholders, and maintaining safety equipment and standards. Travel may be required up to 100%.

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 managing project safety programs, conducting or reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities; or equivalent relevant-field experience.
Minimum of four years of construction safety experience.
Current valid driver’s license.
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%.

Responsibilities

Implement and administer worksite safety programs, 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 maintenance and inspection of safety equipment.
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+ 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.
Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.