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Mortenson Construction
Safety Manager I
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What they do
A Safety Manager inspects work environments and procedures for health and safety concerns, and develops programs to reduce the risk of injury or illness. May specialize in a particular type of industry or in certain kind of safety and health risk, such as radiation, hazardous chemicals, or ergonomics. Works in offices, factories, or mines.
$76,716 / year median in New Mexico
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Safety Manager I Mortenson Construction paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Mexico, Los Lunas Aug 13, 2026 Safety Manager
I SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Manager I 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 concernsQUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent 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, conducting/reviewing hazard analyses, developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities (or equivalent experience) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred Current driver's license Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks Ability to work in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety-related software programs Positive and professional attitude, 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 effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback Ability to travel up to 100% Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use 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 $100,100MIN- $150,200MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL
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