Description

Are you passionate about safety? Are you looking for a chance to help influence behavior and drive positive change? Do you love working with people and inspiring them to do what is right? As a Safety Engineer Intern at Mortenson, you will interact with a variety of people to implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury program. You will work at a project site and support ways to ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, 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 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 

Leading all aspects necessary for construction support 

• 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 

Administering closeout processes 

• 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 

Other duties as assigned, including: 

• Participation in project safety audits and championing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program 
• Scheduling 

New hires may be placed in one of the following businesses / industries: Advanced Manufacturing Group, Civil Operating Group, Battery Storage, Data Center Group, Denver Office, Energy Storage Group, Federal Contracting Group, Phoenix Office, Power Distribution Group, Solar and Emerging Renewables Group, Sports and Entertainment Group, Wind Energy Group.

Get ready to join an exciting and ever-changing industry and work with best-in-class teams to deliver the highest possible quality service to our customers. It is likely and anticipated for Mortenson team members to participate on traveling project assignments throughout their careers. Placement with one of our teams will be provided based on the overall needs of the organization. Depending upon the business / industry, frequent mobility may be required. We are currently seeking individuals to join us in 2026. 

The base compensation range for this role is $71,100-$99,900.This position is eligible for a potential annual bonus. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skill and experience with consideration given to internal equity. 

Mortenson provides a comprehensive benefit program to team members and their families to support their health, build long term financial security and provide the opportunity for work and life balance.

Requirements

Required Qualifications: 

• 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  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 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