Project Safety Coordinator + OSHA 500, TX

Safety Worxs

Austin, TX

On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have recent building construction safety experience and OSHA 500 certification.

Best fit for

Candidates with recent building construction safety management experience and OSHA 500 certification
— “Must possess OSHA 500 (Construction Industry Trainer) OR OSHA 502 (Trainer Update)”
Those who can demonstrate a documented track record in specific safety training modules
— “Documented continuing education in the following, (min. 4 hours per topic) dated within the last 5 years”
Professionals who have maintained current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications within the last 2 years
— “Current certifications (within 2 years) in: Emergency First Aid, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)”

Things to consider

The role requires a long-term commitment for a 4-month project duration
— “4 month project in downtown Austin, TX”
Non-local candidates must be prepared to accept per diem compensation for relocation
— “$125/day per diem for qualifying non-local candidates”

How to stand out

Showcase experience in managing safety programs through the full construction lifecycle
— “Administer and oversee the project’s safety program throughout the full construction lifecycle”
Emphasize your ability to coordinate with leadership and ensure subcontractor compliance
— “Serve as a liaison with project leadership for all safety matters”
Demonstrate your ability to implement and manage safety processes in the field
— “Implement and manage construction safety processes, including hazard identification, mitigation, and routine field inspections”
Include examples of incident investigations and preventive recommendations you have led
— “Conduct incident investigations and prepare documentation with preventive recommendations”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

compliance with safety standards
reduction in workplace incidents
positive safety culture

Typical background

construction safetysafety management

Skills & requirements

Required

Safety ManagementConstruction SafetyIncident InvestigationTrainingEmergency Response PlanningOSHA Compliance

Preferred

Project ManagementRisk Assessment

Stack & domain

Construction SafetyOSHA 500OSHA 502OSHA 10OSHA 30OSHA 510CSPCHSTBCSP CertificationsEmergency First AidCPRAEDIncident InvestigationHazard IdentificationMitigationField InspectionsTrainingDocumentationLiaisonCoordinationEmergency Response PlanningOSHASafety CultureFall ProtectionScaffoldsExcavationConfined SpaceCrane/equipment OperationsElectrical Safety

About the role

Original posting from Safety Worxs via Greenhouse

Safety Worxs is seeking a Project Safety Coordinator for a 4 month project in downtown Austin, TX. 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 project leadership for all safety matters.
Ensure subcontractors adhere to project safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
7+ years recent building construction safety, including:
5+ years in construction safety process management; or
4-year safety degree and 3+ years of actual field safety experience.
Experience must be building construction only (General Industry or specialty-only backgrounds will not qualify)
Documented continuing education in the following, (min. 4 hours per topic) dated within the last 5 years:
Fall Protection
Scaffolds
Excavation
Confined Space
Crane/Equipment Operations
Electrical Safety
Incident Investigation
Other relevant safety/health topics
Must possess OSHA 500 (Construction Industry Trainer) OR OSHA 502 (Trainer Update).
OSHA 10 or 30 and OSHA 510 do not satisfy the training requirement.
Current certifications (within 2 years) in:
Emergency First Aid
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
Preferred:
CSP, CHST, or other BCSP certifications (may count toward experience)
Proven ability to build and maintain a proactive safety culture
Benefits:
Full-time & OT Available
$125/day per diem for qualifying non-local candidates
Up to $55/hr. DOE | $200K+ Total Compensation Potential

Source: Safety Worxs careers (Greenhouse)