[Remote] Safety Engineer I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC specializing in various markets including sports and renewable energy. As a Safety Engineer, you will implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury program at project sites, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Providing pre-construction support
• Lead the submittal and request for information (RFI) processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other Project Connect programs completely to closure Evaluate project design and engineering documents, handling their organization and distribution to necessary partiesPerform project-specific tasks in preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetingsCompile, contact, and arrange for short-form subcontracts with local entities at the project site Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements
• Leading all aspects necessary for construction support
• Manage the quality assurance and quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality PlanCoordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and punch list final inspectionsHandle mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop, and as-built drawingsCoordinate creation of lift and formwork drawings
• Administering closeout processes
• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project specific quality and TSO planAssist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliersSupport the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities
• Other Duties As Assigned, Including
• Participation in project safety audits and championing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety ProgramScheduling

Skills

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in safety, occupational health or related field by summer 2026
• Are willing to be mobile / relocate frequently for project assignments, based on needs of the business
• Possess a current driver's license and have access to reliable transportation
• Have previous related internship experience
• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Have a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple tasks

Benefits

• 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

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