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