Safety Coordinator – Kingsville & Corpus Christi, TX

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 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). 

Build your career at Irby Construction.

Irby Construction Company, a Quanta Services Company, is actively seeking an experienced Project Safety Coordinator to support Transmission Line (T-Line) projects in the Corpus Christi and Kingsville, Texas areas.

• Serve as the on-site safety leader, actively supporting Irby’s Safety Management System.
• Observe field operations to promote safe behaviors and correct unsafe conditions in real-time.
• Monitor compliance and integrate safety into daily project planning, including:
• Steel tower erection
• T-line rigging/crane operations
• Energized line work and clearance protocols
• Lead safety meetings, deliver tailgate talks, and coach field teams.
• Manage site-specific incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Work directly with line crews, project managers, and foremen to reinforce safety culture.
• Support safety audits, recordkeeping, and compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Identify risks, halt unsafe work when necessary, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide real-time education and technical safety guidance to crews on-site.

Applicants must have:

• Minimum 5–10 years of field safety experience in powerline construction
• Hands-on experience with all aspects of Transmission Line construction (ex. EPZ, grounding/bonding, clipping/de-clipping, steel lattice structure, stringing wire, etc.)
• And/ or Substation construction
• And/ or BESS Construction
• Former crew lead or foreman experience highly preferred
• Must be comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and computers for documentation and reporting
• Proven background in powerline safety with transmission line, and/or substation and BESS field experience
• Excellent verbal communication and leadership skills, especially when coaching crews
• Strong presence in the field—respected by both foremen and linemen
• Comfortable training others, conducting observations, and writing safety reports
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and work independently under minimal supervision

Preferred Certifications (not required but strongly valued):

• OSHA 500
• First Aid/CPR/AED & Bloodborne Pathogens trainer
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Familiarity with construction safety documentation platforms
• Valid driver’s license required

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long-term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

• This is a boots-on-the-ground role ideal for a safety professional who understands the urgency and complexity of transmission line construction and is ready to keep teams safe and productive in Texas.

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 us the Company’s Human Resources department.