Bechtel

Lead Surveillance Engineer

Bechtel$110K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) with 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 standard requirements.
  • Experience in leading surveillances throughout the full lifecycle of projects.
  • Strong knowledge of quality assurance requirements applicable across project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
  • Proficiency in managing quality assurance programs with a track record of supervising project teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise quality surveillance activities per the Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Establish and lead surveillance teams, ensuring compliance with QMS requirements.
  • Prepare annual project surveillance schedules and oversee report development.
  • Monitor all project functions for adherence to quality standards and procedures.
  • Review nonconforming conditions and facilitate corrective action effectiveness.
  • Support cause analysis for complex issue resolution alongside project personnel.
  • Incorporate new or revised quality-related requirements into surveillance activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits designed to enhance employee well-being and career development.
  • Programs to foster a positive work culture and support personal time off.
  • Opportunities for professional advancement in a global organization.
  • Support for balancing work and life responsibilities through flexible arrangements.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 298835
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Houston, TX


Project Overview:

Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the semiconductor (manufacturing facilities and supply chain); electric vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production); synthetic materials; and data center markets.M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society.

Job Summary:

In this role on a major construction project you will lead the implementation of surveillance activities for the project Quality Management System (QMS) and report to the Project Quality Manager at the project site location. You will lead reviews and determine applicable quality requirements, report new or revised regulatory requirements, monitor non-conforming conditions, and determine the sufficiency of corrective actions. Your recommendations and leadership will assist in the resolution of complex issues and mitigate performance risk.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Leads and supervises quality surveillance activities covered by the QMS and the project quality plan (PQP) and requirements including pre-award assessments of potential suppliers.
  • Leads reviews and determines surveillance program compliance with the QMS.
  • Establishes and leads Surveillance teams.
  • Prepare annual project Surveillance schedule.
  • Prepares and/or supervises development of Surveillance reports.
  • Assesses and monitors all project functions, including project management, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
  • Reviews and monitors nonconforming conditions and associated corrective actions to ensure quality program effectiveness.
  • Reviews and determines applicable quality requirements for inclusion in selected engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) surveillances.
  • Reviews and reports on project-associated quality-related procedures and execution plans for compliance with project contract, procedures, and requirements.
  • Reviews and determines compliance with project quality control inspection and test plans.
  • Supports cause analysis in conjunction with other project personnel to develop corrective action plans which assist in the resolution of complex issues.
  • Reviews and reports on new or revised project design documents, procedures, and requirements and incorporates them into surveillances.


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:

  • Extensive knowledge of ISO 9001 standard requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading surveillances throughout the full life cycle of a project.
  • Knowledge of Quality assurance requirements, and their application to all functions on project, including project management, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in implementation and management of quality assurance programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of EPC industry application of quality assurance standards.
  • Knowledge of techniques for surveillances, event investigation, cause analysis, human performance, and corrective action.
  • Proven record of interfacing with supervisors, including interfacing with supervisors in other functions on project, and customer quality representatives.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of design, procurement, construction, startup, commissioning requirements and procedures.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current construction industry trends, innovations, and regulatory requirements for industry.
  • Successful track record of supervising project teams.
  • Previous experience in planning and conducting quality surveillances related to the execution of major industrial construction.
  • Flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities.
  • Ability to work efficiently and with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with people with varied backgrounds and perspectives.
  • Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite of tools.


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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