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Safety Engineer I

Mortenson
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2026
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer I who can 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
- Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite, assist project management in developing site-specific safety programs, and conduct safety orientation and training
- Document and track safety violations, conduct work area safety audits, and analyze leading/trailing indicator data
- Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics, coordinate OSHA reporting, and review safety submittals
- Monitor trade partner work plans for safety concerns, assist with onsite injury management, and manage Return to Work assignments
- Organize project safety celebrations, provide resources for safety information, and evaluate industrial hygiene concerns
- Maintain knowledge of construction safety standards, serve as a resource for safety issues, and ensure maintenance of safety equipment and PPE
- Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers, and accompany safety personnel on work-site tours
- Manage safety budget, attend/chair safety meetings, and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Associate's degree in occupational safety, health, or related field preferred;
OR
- High school diploma, CHST or STS certification, OSHA 30 Hour training with minimum five years of continuous construction experience
- Experience administering safety programs, conducting hazard analyses, developing controls, implementing safeguards, contributing to safe work activity plans
- Previous related internship experience a plus
- Current driver's license
- Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks
- Ability to work in Microsoft Office and safety-related software programs
- Positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills
- Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to team members and outside parties
- Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, leadership skills
- Effective public speaking and presentation skills
- Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback

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 $76,800- $96,000. (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.

Salary : $76,800 - $96,000

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