Project Safety Coordinator + OSHA 500, TX

Job description

Safety Worxs is seeking a Project Safety Coordinator (PSC) for a heavy civil, parking garage project in Houston, TX. **There is not per diem, so local candidate preferred**. The (PSC) is responsible for leading and managing all construction safety activities from project commencement through substantial completion. This role ensures full compliance with federal, state, and project-specific safety standards while fostering a proactive, positive safety culture. The PSC will remain active on the project until the ODR provides written concurrence for removal. **Responsibilities:** - Administer and oversee the project’s safety program throughout the full construction lifecycle. - Implement and manage construction safety processes, including hazard identification, mitigation, and routine field inspections. - Conduct incident investigations and prepare documentation with preventive recommendations. - Provide documented continuing education and practical training in: - Fall Protection - Scaffolds - Excavation & Trenching - Confined Space - Crane/Equipment Operations - Electrical Safety - Incident Investigation - Review and approve safety method statements and procedures related to high-hazard activities. - Coordinate emergency response planning, including First Aid/CPR/AED requirements. - Maintain accurate safety records, compliance documentation, and training evidence. - Serve as a liaison with the ODR and project leadership for all safety matters. - Ensure subcontractors adhere to project safety standards and regulatory requirements. **Qualifications:** - **7+ years building construction safety**, (NOTE: O&G, industrial, specialty 3rd party contractor will not suffice) **or** - 4-year safety degree and 3+ years of actual field safety experience. - **Must possess OSHA 500 (Construction Industry Trainer) OR OSHA 502 (Trainer Update)**. - NOTE: OSHA 10 or 30 and OSHA 510 **do not** satisfy the training requirement. - Documented continuing education in the following, dated within the last 5 years: - Fall Protection - Scaffolds - Excavation - Confined Space - Crane/Equipment Operations - Electrical Safety - Incident Investigation - Other relevant safety/health topics - Current certifications in: - Emergency First Aid - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) *(All must be current within 2 years.)* - Strong, demonstrated experience in incident prevention, field engagement, and enforcing safety compliance. **Benefits:** - Full-time & OT Available - Free Healthcare benefits - Dental, vision, life insurance available - 401k at 4% match - $50 - $55 Depending on Experience