MIGUEL VARELA
Pharr,TX
Summary
Highly motivated professional with experience in the construction industry. Skilled in leading teams, managing subcontractors and resolving conflicts. Dedicated safety professional with a firm understanding of regulatory compliance, hazardous materials handling and incident management. Focused on promoting a culture of safety at all levels.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Safety Manager
Fessler & Bowman
Pampa, TX
11.2025 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety training programs for staff across multiple sites.
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
Safety Supervisor
Pearson Safety Solutions/ Alliance Material Handling
Spartanburg, SC
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Executed routine safety audits to pinpoint hazards and uphold compliance with regulations.
- Established and delivered safety training initiatives to boost workplace awareness.
- Partnered with project teams to assimilate safety protocols into everyday activities.
- Managed incident investigations, uncovering root causes and advising on corrective measures.
- Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
Safety Supervisor
Pearson Safety/Catamount Constructors
Las Vegas, NV
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
Safety Manager
Pearson Safety Solutions/Catamount Constructors
Miami, FL
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Implemented safety programs.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
- Conducted detailed safety audits to identify potential hazards, leading to safer work environment.
- Updated and maintained safety documentation, keeping records accurate for audits and compliance checks.
Safety Manager
Pearson Safety Solutions
Texas
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Inspected scaffold erections for condition and compliance with standards.
Safety Coordinator
Trillium Construction
Stanton, TN
05.2020 - 10.2024
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
- Improved safety compliance by creating comprehensive safety policies and procedures in alignment with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards when working with scaffolding.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues with scaffolding structures.
Superintendent (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2020
- Reviewed contracts for compliance and drawings to confirm estimating accuracy
- Developed construction management plans to identify construction resource needs for specific projects
- Analyzed blueprints, building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures
- Requested and reviewed project updates to meet deadlines.
Safety Technician (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
08.2011 - 10.2017
- Provided support during investigations into workplace incidents or accidents
- Advised management on best practices for maintaining a safe working environment
- Conducted safety audits to ensure compliance with company and OSHA standards
- Participated in monthly meetings with senior leadership team regarding ongoing safety initiatives
- Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment
- Worked closely with management to ensure implementation of safety protocols are followed at all times.
General Foreman (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
02.2008 - 08.2011
- Supervised a team of mechanics in the installation and repair of mechanical systems
- Developed strategies to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Trained staff in proper operation and maintenance procedures for mechanical equipment
- Maintained and repaired mechanical equipment, including pumps, engines, motors, and other components
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency
- Ensured that all work was performed according to established quality standards.
Mechanical Q.C. (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc
01.2005 - 02.2008
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive safety training programs for staff across multiple sites.
- Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Developed and implemented safety programs.
- Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
Education
High School Diploma -
PSJA
Alamo, TX05.2003
Skills
- Deadline Management
- Training and mentoring
- AED
- OSHA Regulations
- CPR Certified
- Safety audits
- Project Documentation
- Occupational health hazards
- First Aid
- Construction Operations
- Field Reporting
- OSHA standards and codes
- Procore software
Certification
- NCCER Boilermaker Certification, Present
- NCCER; CSST(Construction Site Safety Technician), Present
- NCCER-Field Safety, Present
- NCCER-Safety Technology, Present
- NCCER-Construction Site Safety Technician, Present
- NCCER-Construction Site Safety Supervisor, Present
- NCCER-Construction Site Safety Orientation, Present
- Adult First Aid/ Adult CPR AED Certification, 03/01/27
- TWIC, 01/01/27
- OSHA 510, Present
- OSHA 500, Present
- OSHA 10, Present
- OSHA 30, Present
References
Ricardo Gallegos; Safety Manager, (404)539-3681
Jay Francis; Pearson Safety Solutions Director, (256)366-2086
Jimmy Shannon; Q.C. Manager, (361)318-9989
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sr. Safety Manager
Fessler & Bowman
11.2025 - Current
Safety Supervisor
Pearson Safety Solutions/ Alliance Material Handling
07.2025 - 10.2025
Safety Supervisor
Pearson Safety/Catamount Constructors
06.2025 - 07.2025
Safety Manager
Pearson Safety Solutions/Catamount Constructors
04.2025 - 06.2025
Safety Manager
Pearson Safety Solutions
10.2024 - 04.2025
Safety Coordinator
Trillium Construction
05.2020 - 10.2024
Superintendent (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2020
Safety Technician (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
08.2011 - 10.2017
General Foreman (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc.
02.2008 - 08.2011
Mechanical Q.C. (Oil & Gas Industry)
Repcon Inc
01.2005 - 02.2008
High School Diploma -
PSJA