Safety Engineer I

Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC company focused on creating a lasting positive impact through their projects. They are seeking a Safety Engineer I to implement their Zero Injury program, ensuring a safe work environment for team members and visitors while managing various safety-related tasks at project sites.

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 parties
• Perform project-specific tasks in preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetings
• Compile, contact, and arrange for short-form subcontracts with local entities at the project site
• Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements
• Manage the quality assurance and quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality Plan
• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and punch list final inspections
• Handle mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate creation of lift and formwork drawings
• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project specific quality and TSO plan
• Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliers
• Support the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities
• Participation in project safety audits and championing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program
• Scheduling

Requirements:

• 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