Safety Manager - Civil

Summary

Mortenson is actively seeking a passionate Safety Manager I who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment. The role focuses on managing, leading, and supporting within Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program across multiple construction sites. The Safety Manager may also have supervisory responsibility for one or more safety professionals and will travel 100% throughout the U.S. with regular home rotations every 3 weeks.

• Provide safety oversight, leadership, and direction in the implementation of the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites.
• Lead project management teams in developing site‑specific electrical safety programs and activities.
• Identify training needs and conduct safety orientation and electrical training programs, including train‑the‑trainer sessions.
• Review safety submittals and attend pre‑construction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors.
• Provide professional direction and mentorship to Safety, Senior Safety Engineers, and Coordinators.
• Oversee documentation, tracking, and analysis of all Safety, Injury, and Hazard statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports.
• Conduct work area safety audits and assist with major incident analysis.
• Monitor and review subcontractor activities for safety concerns.

• 4‑year degree in health or safety or other relevant field.
• Minimum six years of construction safety experience, or
• High school diploma, CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and minimum of 10 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work.
• At least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional managing project safety programs.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred.
• Current driver’s license.
• Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety‑related software.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• Active listening skills and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100% nationwide.
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans.

• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) 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.

Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status.
• Mortenson reserves the right to hire without agency solicitations unless a valid agreement exists.