Senior Safety Engineer

As a Senior Safety Engineer at Mortenson, your primary responsibilities include implementing and overseeing safety programs at construction sites. This includes conducting safety audits, tracking safety violations, and evaluating safety-related data to maintain a secure work environment. You'll lead OSHA reporting efforts, mentor subcontractors on safety practices, and ensure compliance with safety standards across all project sites.

To become a Senior Safety Engineer at Mortenson, you typically need a Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or a related field. Alternatively, a high school diploma combined with CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and 10 years of relevant construction experience can also qualify you. The role requires a minimum of four years of construction safety experience, along with strong organizational and customer service skills.

Essential skills for a Senior Safety Engineer at Mortenson include attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety software, and the capacity to interpret safety policies effectively. Strong communication skills are crucial for collaborating with various stakeholders, while the ability to analyze safety statistics is key to driving the Zero Injury Safety program forward.

Mortenson offers a variety of benefits for Senior Safety Engineers, including comprehensive medical and dental plans, a 401k retirement plan with generous matching, paid time off, and employer-paid life and disability insurance. Other perks include a gym membership discount program and tuition reimbursement to support your long-term career development.

Yes, the Senior Safety Engineer role at Mortenson may require extensive travel, potentially up to 100%. As you implement safety programs across various construction sites, you'll need to be flexible and ready to engage with different teams to foster a culture of safety.

Share specific examples of your past roles in construction safety, focusing on safety programs you've implemented and how you ensured compliance with safety standards. Highlight instances where you led safety audits or addressed violations effectively.

Discuss your approach towards assessing risks on different job sites, emphasizing how you prioritize safety issues based on severity and potential impact. Mention organizational tools or techniques you use to keep track of safety compliance.

Outline the steps you take during a safety audit, from preparing checklists to observing site conditions and interviewing team members. Emphasize the importance of thorough documentation and follow-up actions to ensure issues are resolved.

Mention your methods for staying informed about industry standards and regulatory changes, such as attending workshops, subscribing to industry publications, and networking with other professionals in the field.

Provide a detailed account of a safety incident you managed, including how you responded, analyzed the situation, and implemented changes to prevent future occurrences. Focus on how this experience shaped your approach to safety management.

Discuss your training strategy, including how you tailor your sessions to ensure clarity and engagement. Outline how you make safety relatable and applicable for new hires to foster a culture of safety from day one.

Emphasize the importance of clear communication in conveying safety policies, addressing concerns, and encouraging feedback. Discuss how you ensure everyone is informed and aligned on safety practices and protocols.

Describe a specific safety program you worked on, highlighting its objectives, strategies for implementation, and the positive outcomes that resulted. Use metrics or feedback to demonstrate its success.

Talk about your process for assessing subcontractor safety performance, including reviewing safety records, conducting site visits, and making data-driven decisions to ensure their compliance with safety standards.

Acknowledge potential challenges such as managing diverse teams, ensuring compliance across multiple sites, and keeping up with regulatory changes. Discuss how you would approach these challenges with proactive strategies and collaboration.