What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Professional-Heavy Civil (Water Infrastructure) position at Reytec Construction Resources, Inc.?
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.
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000