Bechtel

Lead Welding Superintendent

Bechtel$90K — $120K *
Pecos, TX 79772In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent plus 8-10 years of relevant experience, or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
  • 10-12 years of industry experience in welding and welding supervision, with at least 3 years at Bechtel
  • Familiarity with multiple welding methods and direct hire construction
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Navisworks, and document management systems like Aconex
  • Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) and Zero Incident safety programs

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all field construction operations within the welding discipline
  • Determine and coordinate workforce requirements according to operational plans
  • Schedule and monitor work progress and quality of craft activities
  • Ensure compliance with design changes and approve craft time records
  • Prepare construction progress reports and forecast material requirements
  • Monitor subcontractor activities for compliance with specifications
  • Implement corporate policies and conduct performance reviews for subordinates
  • Enforce local and national safety standards and participate in safety meetings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive package of robust benefits to promote career advancement and work-life balance
  • Programs designed to enhance workplace culture
  • Opportunities for time off to recharge and refresh
  • Incentives for continuous professional development
  • Collaborative environment tackling some of the world's toughest challenges
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 296391
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Pecos, TX


Project Overview:

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S.

Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery next year. We're seeking an experienced candidate for the Project Welding Superintendent position for the project in Pecos, Texas. You will mobilize on a long-term (camp) assignment to the project in Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.

Job Summary:

Assigned to a field construction organization in a supervisory capacity. Responsible for supervising and directing operations within assigned discipline or area. Supervises and directs craft activities, subordinate superintendents and others, as assigned. Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors performance are in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budgets. Performs general functions inherent in all supervisory field positions. ssigned to a field construction organization in a supervisory capacity. Responsible for supervising and directing operations within assigned discipline or area. Supervises and directs craft activities, subordinate superintendents and others, as assigned. Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors performance are in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budgets. Performs general functions inherent in all supervisory field positions. #LI-TH1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for field construction operations within the site welding discipline.
  • Determines workforce requirements. Coordinates established area operational plans.
  • Schedules work to be performed and reviews work accomplished by each craft. Monitors work activities and ensures the quality of work performed.
  • Ensures the most current design document is used to complete the work and that all design changes are approved prior to implementation. Approves craft time records using established automated tools.
  • Prepares reports and forecasts, including summary of construction progress, craft personnel forecasts, and expenditures forecast. Monitors tool usage on the site. Prepares Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the crafts have the tools they require to be productive.
  • Monitors the activities of subcontractors to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
  • Responsible for the implementation of corporate/project policies, procedures and instructions within assigned operations. Coordinates activities with other disciplines or areas and clients' resident representatives, as instructed by construction management. Performs employee reviews and identifies training and development opportunities for subordinate personnel.
  • Ensures that Bechtel and local/national safety codes, requirements and standards are being complied with within assigned area of responsibility. Ensures the Zero Accident Philosophy is incorporated into every aspect of construction operations. Actively participates in scheduled safety meetings.
  • Implements Six Sigma tools, analysis, and decision making in the execution of duties.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Welding Superintendent
  • Minimum of 10 to 12 years industry experience in welding and welding supervision with a minimum 3 years Bechtel experience. Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field welding activities

Lead Welding Superintendent
  • Minimum of 10 to 12 years industry experience in welding and welding supervision with a minimum 5 years Bechtel experience. Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field welding activities


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Maintain, promote, and cultivate a safe work ethic and work environment within the craft and professional staff.
  • Knowledge and experience with multiple welding methods and direct hire construction.
  • Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field welding activities.
  • Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Navisworks, document management system/Aconex, Unifier, Quantity reporting software/Teamworks.
  • Well-developed communication and problem-solving ability.
  • Experience in implementing and utilizing Bechtel Standard Work Process Procedures.
  • Thorough knowledge of construction activities as they relate to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
  • Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Incident safety program.
  • Familiar with current industry quality standards.
  • Knowledge of Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPPs).
  • Demonstrated communications skills crucial to motivating team members and presenting plans in a clear and concise manner. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.


Additional Information:This position has a work scope that includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

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.com/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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