Senior Safety Engineer I

Mortenson•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I to implement the company’s 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 role involves administering site safety programs, supporting safety training and audits, monitoring and analyzing safety data, and collaborating with clients, subcontractors, union representatives, and insurance risk engineers. The position requires willingness to travel up to 100%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent; OR 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 managing project safety programs, conducting or reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities; equivalent experience in a relevant field is also accepted.
At least 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%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. 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 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 employees).
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.