Safety Engineer II, Iowa

Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer II for our Data Center Solutions Group with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.  The Safety Engineer will work to implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program at a project site and ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organization, flexibility, outstanding customer focus and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but are not limited to:

Implement and administer safety program at each worksite for team members

Assist project management team in developing and executing site specific safety program and activities

Attend, coordinate, and conduct safety orientation and training programs at the project level

Document and track all safety violations, unsafe conditions, etc.

Conduct work area safety audits

Conduct project’s leading and trailing indicator data/document collection and trend analyses

Conduct or assist with major incident analysis

Record, monitor, and analyze Safety, Injury and Hazard statistics

Coordinate OSHA reporting and posting requirements

Review Safety Submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors

Monitor and review trade partner work plans and activities for safety concerns

Assist with onsite injury management and case management

Monitor Return to Work and Modified duty assignments

Assist with the organization and implementation of project safety celebrations and recognition/reward programs

Participate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysis

Provide resource of safety related information

Evaluate and offer solutions for industrial hygiene concerns

Maintain operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures

Serve as resource for safety issues or concerns for all project team members

Attend and/or chair safety meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous related internship preferred

Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks

Ability to work in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety related software programs

Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills

Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to team members and outside parties

Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Effective public speaking and presentation skills

Current driver’s license

100% travel required

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health or related field or

High school diploma, STS/CHST Certification, OSHA 30 Hour Training with a minimum of seven years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work including at least five years with responsibility for managing safety programs at the crew or project level, conducting / reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, and planning work activities or equivalent experience in a relevant field

Minimum of one-year related experience

Current driver’s license

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

Dental plan  

401k retirement plan with a generous 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 extensive work-life resources 

Tuition reimbursement  

Adoption Assistance   

Gym Membership Discount Program   

 The base pay range for this role is $79,800 - $107,700. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.   

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Please make note:  

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.  

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON 

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Other Items to Note 

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement. 

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time

 

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