Senior Safety Engineer - Data Center Construction

Mortenson•Omaha, NE

2d•$89,500 - $129,200•Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is hiring a Senior Safety Engineer to implement its Zero Injury Safety program across multiple construction project sites and help ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors. Candidates may apply at Senior Safety Engineer I or II, with compensation based on factors including experience and location. Accepted locations are Omaha, Nebraska, and Lincoln, Nebraska. The role requires willingness to travel up to 100%. It is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. The Senior Safety Engineer I base pay range is $89,500–$120,800. The Senior Safety Engineer II base pay range is $95,700–$129,200. The ranges are higher for certain locations: Denver and Chicago by 5%, Seattle and Portland by 10%, and Washington, D.C. by 12.5%. Base pay within the range depends on factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Benefits listed for eligible non-craft and non-union craft employees working 25 or more hours per week include medical and prescription drug plans with no-cost vision coverage, dental coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off and holidays, employer-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance, mental health and work-life resources, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a gym membership discount.

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-activity planning, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least four years of construction safety experience for Senior Safety Engineer I.
Senior Safety Engineer II requires at least 10 years of construction experience leading crews and planning work, including six years as a dedicated construction safety professional training and planning work activities, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least five years of construction safety experience for Senior Safety Engineer II.
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 no-additional-cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401(k) retirement plan with 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