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Senior Safety Engineer - Data Center Construction

Mortenson Construction
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/10/2026

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Safety Engineer that will be responsible for implementing Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites and ensuring a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

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 and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent;

OR

  • High school diploma with CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and a minimum of 10 years construction experience leading crews and planning work, to include at least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for managing project safety programs, conducting / reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities or equivalent experience in a relevant field

  • 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%

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Gym Membership Discount Program

  • Senior Safety Engineer I:

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: See Above

  • The base pay range for this role is $89,500 MIN - $120,800 MAX.

  • Senior Safety Engineer II:

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 10 years construction experience leading crews and planning work, including six years as a dedicated construction safety professional training, and planning work activities or equivalent experience in a relevant field

  • Minimum of five years of construction safety experience

  • The base pay range for this role is $95,700 MIN - $129,200 MAX.

  • (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. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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.


Mortenson is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

 

Salary : $89,500 - $129,200

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