Project Safety Coordinator

Clean Energy & Infrastructure Services; Prague (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Job summary

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure is seeking a Project Safety Coordinator to lead safety on construction projects in Dallas, TX and Prague, OK. You will develop safety plans, enforce OSHA regs, and collaborate with field staff and subcontractors.

The role focuses on hazard control, incident investigations, training, and ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements, with a proactive safety culture and ongoing improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience applying OSHA standards on construction sites.
• Experience with excavation, utilities, or heavy civil work.
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500 or CSP preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in the field with crews and inspectors.
• Proficient in safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project safety plans.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and client safety requirements.
• Investigate incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain safety records and training logs.
• Support safe work planning for high‑risk activities.
• Coordinate safety training and certifications.

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety program management

Hazard identification

Field safety training

Strong communication

Documentation

Leadership

Driver's license

Tools

Safety reporting systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Safety Coordinator

Job Locations: Dallas, TX; Prague, OK

Overview

McKee Utility Contractors is hiring a Project Safety Coordinator who will be responsible for leading and managing all safety‑related activities on assigned construction projects. This position ensures compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, client requirements, and project‑specific safety plans. 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the project‑specific safety plan.
• Conduct regular job‑site safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
• Identify unsafe conditions or behaviors and work with supervision to correct them immediately.
• Lead daily or weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analysis reviews.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, company policies, client requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, property damage, and injuries; prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain project safety records, including inspections, training logs, incident reports, permits, and corrective action documentation.
• Support field crews with safe work planning for high‑risk activities such as excavation, trenching, confined space, lifting operations, traffic control, heavy equipment, hot work, and utility work.
• Verify that subcontractors are following project safety requirements.
• Coordinate safety training, orientations, and certifications for employees and subcontractors.
• Monitor use of personal protective equipment and enforce jobsite safety standards.
• Assist project management with pre‑task planning and risk mitigation.
• Participate in client safety meetings and represent the company in a professional manner.
• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of safety experience in construction, utility construction, civil construction, or heavy infrastructure preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, construction safety practices, and job site hazard controls.
• Experience with excavation, underground utilities, water/wastewater, pipeline, or heavy civil work preferred.
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500, CHST, STS‑C, or CSP preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in the field and interact effectively with crews, supervisors, subcontractors, clients, and inspectors.
• Proficient with safety reporting systems, Microsoft Office, and basic documentation tools.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk jobsites, climb ladders, access trenches or excavations, and work around heavy equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.

Preferred Experience

• Utility construction safety
• Trenching and excavation
• Confined space operations
• Heavy equipment and lifting operations
• Traffic control and right‑of‑way work
• Water, wastewater, storm sewer, or pipeline construction
• Subcontractor safety management
• Client‑facing safety reporting

What’s in it for you

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up‑to‑date information.

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