About the role
Safety Worxs is seeking an experienced Project Safety Assistant (PSA) to support a large-scale building construction project. This role is responsible for leading all on-site safety efforts, driving proactive risk management, and ensuring full compliance with OSHA construction standards and project-specific safety protocols.
Responsibilities:
* Support implementation and enforcement of the Project Safety Management Plan (PSMP) * Conduct daily field inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits * Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions * Support project safety orientations, toolbox talks, and weekly safety meetings * Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), permits, and subcontractor safety documentation * Monitor high-risk activities including excavation, confined space entry, crane operations, electrical work, and fall protection * Maintain project safety documentation, records, and reporting requirements * Work closely with project leadership, subcontractors, and owner representatives to reinforce site safety expectations * Assist with enforcement of project safety requirements and corrective actions in the field * Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified
Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 consecutive years dedicated solely to building construction safety experience required * Candidates with a 4-year degree in a construction safety discipline must possess at least 1 year of actual field experience in building construction safety * CSP, CHST, or other nationally recognized safety certifications may be considered toward experience requirements * OSHA 510, OSHA 500, or OSHA 502 certification required and must be current within 5 years * Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required
Candidates must demonstrate practical knowledge, field experience, and documented continuing education in:
* Fall protection * Scaffolds (supported and suspended) * Excavation and trenching * Confined space (permit and non-permit) * Crane operations and basic rigging * Electrical safety and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) * Incident investigation * Industrial hygiene for construction * Fire protection and prevention * Respiratory protection
Benefits:
* $35–$40/hr. DOE + 1.5x OT | 50 hrs./week * $145/day 7 days per week per diem | $152k-$166k/yr. total earning potential * Full-time + OT * Healthcare benefits paid * Dental and vision insurance * Per Diem Available for Qualified Candidates * 401k at 4% match * approx. 2 year project