Bechtel

Construction Equipment Superintendent

Bechtel • $95K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience in coordinating construction equipment operations in industrial or heavy civil environments.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and commitment to safety practices.
  • Ability to read and interpret work plans and equipment documentation.
  • Proficient in record-keeping and report generation.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with various stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with major OEM equipment manufacturers and fleet management systems.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect construction equipment upon arrival and prior to demobilization, documenting any damage or deficiencies.
  • Verify and maintain accessibility of equipment operation and parts manuals for personnel.
  • Enforce safety programs and ensure compliance with OSHA and project requirements.
  • Coordinate equipment supply and allocation according to field execution schedules.
  • Oversee field maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and troubleshoot issues.
  • Prepare equipment-related reports and maintain accurate records of inspections and maintenance history.
  • Ensure subcontractor equipment activities comply with project standards.

Benefits

  • Robust benefits package to support employee well-being and career advancement.
  • Programs designed to enhance company culture and employee engagement.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Time off policies that promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 299854
  • Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Port Arthur, TX


Project Overview:

Port Arthur LNG is a proposed natural gas liquefaction and export terminal in Southeast Texas with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. At peak construction, the project expects to create over 5,000 jobs. At full capacity, this LNG project will include two natural gas liquefaction trains capable of producing, under optimal conditions, up to approximately 13.5 million tons per annum for export around the world.

Job Summary:

The Equipment Superintendent is responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient management of construction equipment on site from mobilization through demobilization. This role supervises and directs operations within the equipment department, including craft activities and subordinate supervisors, ensuring equipment is available, properly inspected, maintained, fueled, and safe to operate. Additionally, the superintendent ensures all equipment operations align with project requirements, health, safety, and environmental objectives, as well as Bechtel core processes, while maintaining schedules, budgets, and performing general supervisory shop functions. #LI-TH1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Inspect construction equipment upon arrival, during use, and prior to demobilization; complete required inbound/outbound inspection reports with documentation of damage/deficiencies and attachment inventories.
  • Verify receipt, tracking, and availability of equipment operation and parts manuals; ensure manuals are complete and accessible to equipment personnel.Identify, schedule, and document preventive maintenance inspections and lubrication requirements.
  • Enforce the project safety program (e.g., Zero Accident Philosophy) and ensure equipment operation complies with OSHA, project HS&E requirements, CORE processes, and applicable SWPPs.
  • Support construction supervision to ensure equipment is used in accordance with project specifications and work plans.
  • Coordinate equipment supply and allocation in alignment with field execution schedules and discipline work plans.Analyze workforce, material, and equipment needs to support short-term and look-ahead planning.Coordinate with Equipment Managers, construction supervision, maintenance teams, and vendors to ensure equipment availability and timely response to issues.
  • Oversee field maintenance activities to minimize downtime; troubleshoot and help direct repairs or escalate issues as needed.Maintain accurate equipment records, inspection documentation, inventories, and supporting information (e.g., costs, utilization trends, and maintenance history) in accordance with project requirements.
  • Assist with preparation of equipment-related reports, forecasts, and inventory information for project leadership.
  • Ensure subcontractor and vendor equipment activities comply with contractual requirements and project standards.
  • Order and manage consumables (e.g., filters, oil, grease, DEF, fuel) as required to support equipment operations.
  • Prepare and maintain tool lists; ensure craft teams have the required tools to perform work safely and productively.
  • Coordinate equipment fueling activities.
  • Demonstrate leadership in a team-based construction environment; communicate effectively and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships.
  • Ensure assigned personnel are qualified for their tasks and follow applicable standards, requirements, and safe work practices.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in leu of degree.


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Experience coordinating construction equipment operations, utilization, and maintenance in an industrial or heavy civil environment.
  • Working knowledge of equipment inspection practices, preventive maintenance programs, and field troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and strong commitment to safe work practices.
  • Ability to read and interpret work plans, schedules, and equipment documentation (manuals, work orders, inspection forms).
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and produce reports/forecasts.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with supervision, craft, maintenance, and vendors.
  • Knowledge of the use of subcontracts, and the contractor and subcontractor's responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
  • Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
  • Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
  • Experience operating in high-utilization construction environments where equipment availability, preventative maintenance, and rapid repair coordination are critical to maintaining construction schedules is also preferred.
  • Experience managing construction equipment fleets and associated maintenance programs
  • Familiarity with major OEM equipment manufacturers (e.g., CAT, Komatsu, JLG, Genie, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of crane operations and lifting equipment
  • Experience utilizing fleet management or equipment tracking systems


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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