Project Safety Assistant, TX

Safety Worxs is seeking an experienced Project Safety Assistant (PSA) to support a large-scale building construction project. This role is responsible for leading all on-site safety efforts, driving proactive risk management, and ensuring full compliance with OSHA construction standards and project-specific safety protocols. Responsibilities: - Support implementation and enforcement of the Project Safety Management Plan (PSMP) - Conduct daily field inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits - Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions - Support project safety orientations, toolbox talks, and weekly safety meetings - Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), permits, and subcontractor safety documentation - Monitor high-risk activities including excavation, confined space entry, crane operations, electrical work, and fall protection - Maintain project safety documentation, records, and reporting requirements - Work closely with project leadership, subcontractors, and owner representatives to reinforce site safety expectations - Assist with enforcement of project safety requirements and corrective actions in the field - Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified Qualifications: - Minimum 5 consecutive years dedicated solely to building construction safety experience required - Candidates with a 4-year degree in a construction safety discipline must possess at least 1 year of actual field experience in building construction safety - CSP, CHST, or other nationally recognized safety certifications may be considered toward experience requirements - OSHA 510, OSHA 500, or OSHA 502 certification required and must be current within 5 years - Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required Candidates must demonstrate practical knowledge, field experience, and documented continuing education in: - Fall protection - Scaffolds (supported and suspended) - Excavation and trenching - Confined space (permit and non-permit) - Crane operations and basic rigging - Electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) - Incident investigation - Industrial hygiene for construction - Fire protection and prevention - Respiratory protection Benefits: - Full-time + OT - Healthcare benefits paid - Dental and vision insurance - Per Diem Available for Qualified Candidates - 401k at 4% match - approx. 2 year project - $35–$40/hr. DOE + 1.5x OT | 50 hrs./wk. | $100k-$114k/yr. earning potential