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Safety Lead

Quanta Services
Colorado City, TX, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Aug 2026

About the role

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

The Safety Lead manages the overall safety and health for each project assigned.  In addition, this position oversees the subcontractor and vendor on-site personnel from a safety perspective, including any safety representatives assigned to their projects. This position works closely with the designated Project Manager and Construction Manger to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. When safety needs are met, this role will also assist the construction management team with construction coordination duties as requested.

What You'll Do

Duties
  • Leads project safety and health initiatives for each project assigned
  • Oversees subcontractor and vendor on-site personnel from a safety perspective
  • Proactively assists and supports crew members to achieve a safe work environment
  • Leads weekly safety meetings with all personnel on projects
  • Conducts daily project safety audits in coordination with the QISG Safety Director
  • Communicates with customer safety representatives as required
  • Conducts safety onboarding training for new crew members
  • Conducts accident and incident investigations as required
  • Reviews and understands all project specific safety requirements, customer safety requirements, and QISG safety requirements
  • Reviews subcontractor safety plans as necessary
  • Creates and updates safety plans as required
  • Ensures proper reporting is obtained from subcontractors (job hazard analyses (JHA’s), tailboards, etc.)
  • Manages project roster and ensures adequate safety training for all field personnel
  • Manages all required safety documentation (rosters, certifications, etc.)
  • Supports the Construction Management team as requested
  • Performs any other duties assigned
  • Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures

What You'll Bring

Required Experience and Education
  • High school diploma, or equivalent
  • 2+ years’ experience in a safety role within high voltage substation, transmission, and distribution construction environments
Preferred Experience and Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety related field
  • OSHA 30 certification
  • AED/CPR/First Aid training/certifications
  • Safety certifications (ASP, CSP, OHST, CHST, CUSP, etc.)
Skills
  • Knowledge of OSHA legislation/requirements, resources, and inspection process
  • Working knowledge of Minimum Approach Distances (M.A.D.)
  • Must be able to read and understand electrical system One Line drawings
  • Self-starter     
  • Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team
  • Strong problem evaluation/solving skills
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with other team members
  • Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
  Travel Requirements
  • Travel:  Yes
  • Percent of Time:  Up to 90%

What You'll Get

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
  • 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
  • Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
  • Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Accident Insurance
    • Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, preg

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