Bechtel

Area Manager-Forward Planning

Bechtel$110K — $130K *
Ogden, UT 84404In-Person
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) plus 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
  • Expertise in logistics and general services for accommodation populations.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to resolve complex issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Proficiency in logistics management systems and databases.

Responsibilities

  • Direct all aspects of area operations related to accommodation scope development and execution.
  • Lead planning and execution of accommodations requirements with various project teams and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate the design and construction of accommodations facilities with subcontractors and stakeholders.
  • Develop strategies for accommodations setup and mobilization aligned with project execution plans.
  • Maintain accurate accommodations forecasts and implement mitigation strategies for capacity shortfalls.
  • Optimize accommodations resources and infrastructure for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated accommodations issues and resolutions.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental requirements during operations.

Benefits

  • Robust benefits package to support employee well-being.
  • Programs designed to enhance company culture and career advancement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and skills enhancement.
  • Offers time for recharge to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 298467
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Ogden, UT


Project Overview:

Bechtel as part of the Northrop Grumman Corp. team is preparing to deliver the U.S. Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) system of inter-continental ballistic missiles and launch infrastructure. GBSD is a vital U.S. Air Force program designed to modernize the nation's aging force of inter-continental ballistic missiles, which make up the ground element of the nuclear deterrent. As part of the Northrop Grumman GBSD nationwide team, Bechtel will provide launch system design, construction, and integration.

A major contractor for the United States and allied governments, Bechtel has handled such efforts as chemical weapons demilitarization projects, missile-defense, infrastructure, base operations, procurement and project management, and restoration and recovery spanning half a century. We use our expertise to help our customers securely and effectively transform mission delivery.

We invite you to join our team for this very interesting opportunity!

Job Summary:

The Area Manager - Foward Planning is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the accommodations scope, including planning, prioritizing, organizing, optimizing, and execution to support project operations. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant development and execution of accommodations requirements while maintaining high standards of coordination, supervision, and professionalism. The Area Manager coordinates with project teams, contractors, stakeholders, and service providers to develop and execute accommodations plans, drive continuous improvement, and uphold company values. Depending on grade level, the Area Manager may lead complex accommodations planning and execution efforts, implement innovative solutions, and mentor subordinate supervisors and staff to ensure operational excellence and successful project delivery. #LI-CL1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Direct all aspects of Area operations related to the development and execution of the accommodations scope, including planning, prioritizing, organizing, optimizing, and coordinating activities to support project requirements and successful delivery.
  • Lead the planning, development, and execution of accommodations requirements, coordinating with project management, site leadership, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project schedules, priorities, and contractual obligations.
  • Coordinate the design, development, construction, commissioning, and readiness of accommodations facilities and related site services with subcontractors and project stakeholders.
  • Develop and execute strategies for accommodations setup, mobilization, and transition activities, ensuring facilities and services are aligned with workforce requirements and project execution plans.
  • Maintain accurate accommodations forecasts, identify potential capacity shortfalls well in advance, and develop and implement approved mitigation strategies, including the evaluation and securing of external facilities when necessary. Balance supply and demand to prevent impacts to project schedules and workforce readiness.
  • Plan, prioritize, and optimize accommodations resources, facilities, services, and supporting infrastructure to maximize efficiency, capacity, and cost effectiveness while meeting project requirements.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated accommodations issues, coordinating with project management, Site Manager, Logistics Planning Manager, contractors, subcontractors, stakeholders, and external service providers to resolve operational challenges effectively.
  • Ensure adherence to applicable safety, health, environmental, security, and contractual requirements across Area accommodations activities. Conduct structured inspections and documented safety walkdowns and ensure non-compliance issues are promptly addressed.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Demonstrated expertise in logistics, transport, and general services for accommodation population
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to resolve complex issues and implement effective solutions
  • Proficiency in using logistics management systems and databases
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, multidisciplinary environment
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives


Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

About Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company founded in San Francisco, California, and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is the largest construction company in the United States and the 11th-largest privately owned American company in 2018. Its headquarters are in the Reston area of unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia. Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company, and they are currently working on projects in over 40 countries. The company is organized into five global business units that specialize in civil infrastructure; power generation, communications, and transmission; mining and metals; oil, gas, and chemicals; and government services.
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