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Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews.

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR).

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A Project Safety Coordinator at Irby Construction Company (Transmission Powerline Construction) (TEXAS/OKLAHOMA)

Make an impact in the power that keeps Texas and Oklahoma running! At Irby Construction Company, we build the infrastructure that powers communities — and we do it safely, every single day. We’re seeking a Project Safety Coordinator with hands-on Transmission Powerline and Substation experience who’s ready to lead safety efforts across Texas. If you’ve worked in the field, led crews, and take pride in keeping people safe, and building the next leader, this is your opportunity to make an impact in this industry.

• Leading and reinforcing Irby’s culture of Ownership of Safety
• Coaching crews to identify and correct hazards in real time
• Integrating safety planning into daily operations — from pre-construction through completion
• Supporting safe execution of transmission activities, including:
  • Structure erection, wire stringing, rigging, energized line work, grounding, and heavy equipment operations and more
• Leading tailgate talks, site meetings, and on-the-job training
• Managing incident investigations, reporting, and corrective actions
• Ensuring OSHA compliance, audits, and documentation
• Driving continuous improvement and proactive risk management

• 5+ years of field safety or leadership experience (e.g., General Foreman, Crew Lead, Journeyman Lineman, Operator, Crane experience) in Transmission Powerline and Substation Construction
• Strong communication and leadership skills with credibility in the field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Knowledge and/or Experience with safety documentation and reporting systems
• Communication skills (verbally and electronically)

• First Aid/CPR/AED & Bloodborne Pathogens Trainer Certification
• CHST or similar safety credential

• Experienced in powerline or transmission work environments
• A coach and leader who builds safe habits without slowing progress
• Organized, self-motivated, and decisive in the field
• Skilled in safety training, observations, and reporting
• Hold a valid driver’s license and willing to travel within Texas or surrounding states

Why You’ll Love Working with Irby

At Irby Construction, safety is a core value, not a checkbox. From executives to crew members, everyone shares ownership in keeping each other safe.

You’ll:

• Lead safety on major transmission projects across Texas
• Work with teams that value your expertise and leadership
• Build a long-term career with a company known for safety, integrity, and quality

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who wants to help shape the future of safety in Transmission Powerline construction.

Join Irby Construction and help power the future — mentoring the next generation of linemen, operators, and safety leaders while building excellence into every project.

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company’s Human Resources department.