Safety Manager I 

 

SUMMARY  

Mortenson’s Minneapolis Operating Group is currently seeking a passionate Safety Manager 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 Manager will provide management, leadership, direction, and support within Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program for multiple project teams and construction sites. The Safety Manager may also have supervisory responsibility to one or more safety professionals.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

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 preconstruction 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  Conduct or assist with major incident analysis  Monitor and review subcontractor activities for safety concerns  Manage Return to Work and Modified Duty program  Interface with Risk Management department  Review project work plans to ensure safety is adequately incorporated  Provide resources for electrical 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 a resource for electrical safety issues or concerns for all project team members/operating group management  Mentor, manage, and conduct timely performance evaluations of safety engineers  Support Operating Group Safety Director and Safety Leadership Team in achieving and maintaining operating group safety performance metrics  Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, industry groups, etc.  Accompany safety, health, insurance, and OSHA personnel on work-site tours  Ensure maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and protective wear  Contribute to the annual review process of operating group safety engineers as requested 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum six years of construction safety experience  Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred  Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks  Proficient in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety-related software programs  Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills  Ability to interpret and communicate company policies to team members and outside parties  Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills  Effective public speaking and presentation skills  Willingness to travel  Current driver’s license  Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or related field OR high school diploma, CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and a minimum of 10 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for:  Managing project safety programs  Conducting and reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls  Conducting safety training  Planning work activities 

 

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 $97,600 - $146,400. (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.   

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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.