Safety Professional-Heavy Civil (Water Infrastructure)

We are seeking a driven and experienced Safety Professional to lead and support safety operations on critical water infrastructure projects in Corpus Christi, TX. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can train teams, enforce compliance, and partner with field leadership to maintain a strong safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all site safety efforts for projects within the Corpus Christi area.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.
• Manage and mentor safety team members, including conducting training and development.
• Deliver OSHA 10 and 30-hour training (OSHA 500 certification required).
• Conduct jobsite audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractor safety compliance.
• Support field operations involving excavations, deep trenches (20+ ft), and shaft work.
• Ensure safe practices in confined spaces, including waterlines and manholes.
• Implement and monitor fall protection systems for elevated work (20+ ft).
• Communicate effectively with field crews and executive leadership.
• Translate technical safety requirements into clear, actionable guidance.
• Maintain organized documentation, reports, and compliance records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
• OSHA 500 certification required.
• Proven experience training crews and safety personnel.
• Strong background in heavy civil construction and water/wastewater projects.
• Experience with:
  • Excavation, trenching, and deep shaft work (20+ ft)
  • Confined space entry (manholes, pipelines, excavations)
  • Fall protection systems and ladder safety
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Work Requirements

• Ability to work day or night shifts as needed.
• Availability for weekend work when required.
• Preference for candidates local to Corpus Christi; per diem available for non-local hires.
• Opportunity for advancement into area or regional safety management roles.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of safety performance on impactful infrastructure projects while growing into broader leadership responsibilities.