Requisition ID: 297032

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: San Jose, CA
• Salary Range: 183,855 - 248,745 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

Project Overview:

Bechtel has been appointed by The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) to provide Construction Management Services for Phase II (BSVII) of The BART Silicon Valley Program. The program further extends the BART system from the Berryessa Station in north San Jose, through downtown San Jose, and continuing to Santa Clara University. This landmark project is a six mile, four-station extension, linking the Phase I terminus at the Berryessa/North San Jose BART station to the Santa Clara Station in the City of Santa Clara. BSVII is planned to include a 54-foot single-bore tunnel, three underground stations, one at-grade station and a maintenance facility.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will support the Program Manager and oversee the activities of Resident Engineers, Assistant Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Lead Inspectors, Construction Inspectors, and Administrative/Project personnel. The Construction Manager shall have full delegation of authority to provide direction, supervision, and monitoring of all contractor construction activities. Your leadership will ensure project operations are compliant, safe, timely, within scope and budget, and clients are satisfied. #LI-JL1

Major Responsibilities:

Leadership/Supervision

• Manages the organization and direction of construction and related activities of a single construction contract, including actions of Bechtel, subcontractors, client contractors, suppliers, and their representatives.
• Acts as primary contact.
• Oversees and monitors contractor work for compliance to schedule, budget, technical specifications, contract drawings, and contract requirements.
• Resolves design and field construction problems.
• Attends construction progress meetings and reports on status.
• Prepares internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
• mplements design and field changes.
• Maintains effective client and functional department relationships.
• Reviews, approves, and negotiates contractor requests for change, consistent with direction by the Program Manager and client.
• Oversees contract administration activities performed by the Contract Administrator, and assists in the preparation of contract change orders/modifications.

Planning

• Oversees construction expenditures for labor equipment, material & services, and ensures field operations are within the budget.
• Establishes construction field procedures and objectives within corporate policies and procedures as necessitated by conditions at a jobsite.

Safety & Quality

• Ensures development and execution of Project Automation Plan, Environmental Compliance Plan, Safety Plan, Site Survey Plan, Non-manual Staffing Plan, Subcontracting Plan, Labor Strategy, Construction Execution Plan, and job-site work rules.
• Plans and establishes procedures to ensure construction operations meet engineering designs and specifications.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) in construction management, geology, engineering, or related field and twenty (20) years of experience in heavy civil construction with ten (10) years of experience in construction of rail transit projects, especially tunnels, trackwork, and underground stations .
• Two or more tunnel projects using verifiable pressurized-face, earth pressure balance or slurry TBMs of diameter greater than 18 feet.
• Experience with Sequential Excavation Method (SEM) method excavations.
• Experience with ground freezing and ground improvement projects.
• Experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager on a rail transit project of at least $500 million.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent ability to proactively act upon and solve construction and contract issues.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Cal-OSHA/OSHA 30 training certification at start of work on project (or ability to obtain quickly).
• Certification of training on Title 8 Tunnel Safety Orders (or ability/plan to obtain quickly).
• Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means, and methods.
• Ability to analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Familiarity with construction management software packages.
• Registration as a Certified Construction Manager or registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California is desirable.

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

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components