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The Project Safety Coordinator works closely with project leadership, field supervision, subcontractors, and craft personnel to promote a strong safety culture and reduce risk across the jobsite.

The Project Safety Coordinator works closely with project leadership, field supervision, subcontractors, and craft personnel to promote a strong safety culture and reduce risk across the jobsite.

The Project Safety Coordinator works closely with project leadership, field supervision, subcontractors, and craft personnel to promote a strong safety culture and reduce risk across the jobsite.

The Project Safety Manager I implements the RES System (SMS) on wind, solar, substation, transmission, or energy storage projects in the US or Canada. Requirements: * Promotes company safety culture ...

The Project Safety Coordinator works closely with project leadership, field supervision, subcontractors, and craft personnel to promote a strong safety culture and reduce risk across the jobsite.

The Project Safety Manager I implements the RES System (SMS) on wind, solar, substation, transmission, or energy storage projects in the US or Canada. Requirements: * Promotes company safety culture ...

The Project Safety Manager I implements the RES System (SMS) on wind, solar, substation, transmission, or energy storage projects in the US or Canada. Requirements: * Promotes company safety culture ...

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Project Safety information

What is a project safety officer?

A Project Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring that safety protocols and regulations are followed on a specific project site. They identify potential hazards, conduct safety training, inspect equipment and work areas, and enforce compliance with safety standards. Their role is essential in preventing workplace accidents and ensuring the health and safety of all personnel involved in the project. Project Safety Officers often work closely with project managers, workers, and regulatory agencies to maintain a safe working environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project safety officer?

To thrive as a Project Safety Officer, you need expertise in occupational health and safety regulations, risk assessment, and incident investigation, often supported by certifications like OSHA, NEBOSH, or equivalent. Familiarity with safety management systems, audit tools, and reporting software is also essential. Strong attention to detail, communication, and leadership skills help enforce policies and foster a culture of safety. These competencies are crucial for preventing accidents, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a safe working environment on project sites.

What are some typical challenges a project safety professional faces when working on large construction sites?

Project Safety professionals on large construction sites often navigate challenges such as ensuring consistent compliance with safety protocols across multiple teams, adapting to changing site conditions, and effectively communicating hazards to a diverse workforce. They must balance the urgency of project deadlines with the need to maintain rigorous safety standards. Additionally, fostering a safety-first culture and gaining buy-in from all levels of staff can require persistent effort and strong interpersonal skills.

What is the difference between Project Safety vs Construction Safety Officer?

AspectProject SafetyConstruction Safety Officer
CertificationsOSHA 30/40-hour, CSP (Certified Safety Professional)OSHA 30/40-hour, CSP, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentOversees safety across entire project phases, including planning, execution, and completionFocuses on safety at specific construction sites and daily operations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by project managers, safety managers, and general contractors in various industriesPrimarily employed by construction companies and contractors

Project Safety professionals oversee safety protocols across entire projects, ensuring compliance and risk management from start to finish. Construction Safety Officers focus on maintaining safety standards at specific construction sites. While both roles require similar certifications, Project Safety roles have a broader scope, whereas Construction Safety Officers concentrate on on-site safety management.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project Safety jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Project Safety jobs in Texas are:

Infographic showing various Project Safety job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Project Safety Coordinator

Vaughn Construction

Pharr, TX • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

About Us
Vaughn is a regional commercial construction company operating throughout Texas. We are focused on building higher education, healthcare, and research buildings for commercial clients. As a sophisticated construction manager, we utilize the latest technology (including drones, laser scanners, 3D modeling, and 3D printing) to plan and build high-quality, enduring facilities. Further, we treat all employees like family in a family-like environment where our people are proud to work.
Our family is committed to safety, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and work ethic. Vaughn's leaders link our strategic priorities and resulting work activities to our core values, and we believe this drives excellence. Vaughn aims to retain and develop individuals aligned with our core values by providing life-changing opportunities.
OUR BIG WHY: We WOW our clients and provide life-changing opportunities for our people, while delivering our projects in a family atmosphere, where our people are proud to work.
Position Overview
Our project safety coordinators are responsible for project-wide safety and health administration including developing specific on-site programs, performing site audits, leading accident investigations, training personnel, managing workers' compensation claims, and administering first aid when necessary. This position may interact with all personnel on a project site at various times throughout the project.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Administers both the GC and Owner safety program requirements.
  • Develops specific onsite programs, as required.
  • Performs site audits for unsafe practices, conditions-make recommendations and/or know specific regulation on proper corrections.
  • Leads/performs accident investigations.
  • Trains personnel (e.g. Vaughn toolbox-sub in general meetings).
  • Reports WC claims and performs onsite WC administration for both VCC and sub injuries.
  • Performs recordkeeping/document control for HAZCOM, training etc. This includes various reports to Owner.
  • Assists in develop/maintain Hazard Analysis Documentation.
  • Administers First Aid, CPR, AED where necessary.
  • Stays current on safety regulations.
  • Performs other duties and services to ensure a successful project is delivered and client is satisfied.
  • Maintains excellent attendance and punctuality.

Education and Training
  • Minimum of seven years of experience in construction safety or equivalent combinations of CSP, OHST, CHST, etc.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in building construction safety.
  • Current OSHA 500 or 502 training within four years.
  • Current emergency first aid, CPR, and AED training within two years.
  • Working knowledge, experience, and documented continuing education in fall protection, scaffolds, excavation, confined space, crane/equipment operations, electrical, and incident investigation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to deal with a variety of people from craft workers to project Owners.
  • Ability to maintain credibility with appropriate audiences each day.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be bi-lingual or have means to translate between English and Spanish.
  • Good organizational and planning skills.
  • Strong computer skills including MS Office, Email, PDF.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at
Phone: 281-520-7513
Email: resumes@vaughnconstruction.com
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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