Bechtel

Rigging Field Operations Supervisor

Bechtel • $95K — $115K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent with 5-8 years relevant experience, or 9-12 years relevant work experience
  • Proficient in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret crane manufacturer's manuals and load charts
  • Experience with inspection and safe use of rigging hardware

Responsibilities

  • Conduct crane and rigging training programs and proctor exams for all professionals
  • Evaluate training needs and recommend program improvements
  • Audit project training compliance and provide feedback
  • Supervise crane and rigging operations at various locations
  • Ensure compliance with Bechtel procedures and OSHA standards
  • Manage crane operations, site safety procedures, and personnel qualifications
  • Support pre-planning for rigging activities and maintain ongoing communication with rigging teams

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package designed to inspire and support employees
  • Programs to enhance workplace culture and career advancement
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Time off to recharge and support work-life balance
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 297997
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Houston, TX


Job Summary:

The Rigging Superintendent & Training role is based to Bechtel Equipment Operations Inc. reports to Rigging Supervision and Training Ops. Manager and provides Bechtel employees crane and rigging training, testing, qualification as well as operational and technical direction to craft and non-manual professionals engaged in crane and rigging activities at Bechtel south yard and other remote locations across all GBUs as required. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

Training:
  • Conduct Bechtel crane and rigging training and qualification programs including proctoring written and practical exams for non-manual and craft professionals on Bechtel project sites.
  • Conduct project specific training (Bull Rigging, Crane Operations, Rigging, etc.) as requested by Rigging Training Manager/Project Trainer Manager.
  • Evaluates craft training needs and makes recommendations to the rigging and training management team for consideration of additional program development or project support.
  • Audit project training programs and compliance.
  • Provides feedback to training supervisors/coordinators.
  • Assists BEO training coordinator in the development of site-specific training needs.
  • Develops toolbox talks/safety flashes in areas that need additional focus.


Additional Responsibilities:

Supervisory:
  • Supervise and direct crane and rigging operations at BEO equipment yard and other project locations as required.
  • Ensure that all crane and rigging operations comply with applicable Bechtel procedures, OSHA standards, and federal, state, county, and local regulations, customer, and project-specific requirements.
  • Engages in Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and signing FLHA cards for rigging activities.
  • Manage all site cranes per process and procedure requirements regarding safe usage, site relocation, assembly/disassembly of telescopic RT-AT and lattice boom crawler cranes, safe rig up and safe raising-lowering of long boom cranes, proper set up, proper usage and site ground bearing conditions regarding build out of earth and timber crane pads.
  • Manage site COE's (crane operator examiners) and crane operator qualification program including crane operator certifications, state licenses and medical certificates verifications.
  • Ensures that assigned personnel are properly qualified for their task (e.g., signaling cranes); trained, competent and aware of their responsibilities, and are complying with all applicable standards, requirements, and safe practices.
  • Provides support in the pre-planning of rigging activities to facilitate engineering, scheduling, the development of construction equipment requirements and estimates to incorporate rigging and load-handling related requirements in the work plan.
  • Maintains continual contact with competent person riggers, equipment managers, and crane operators regarding the execution of lifting operations.
  • Supports the daily planning and undertaking of rigging activities for safe and efficient execution.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to read and interpret crane manufactures operator's manual and load charts.
  • Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging hardware.
  • Ability to develop 3-week look ahead schedule regarding crane operations.
  • Monitor and track utilization of all site cranes.
  • Project experience necessary.
  • Rigging training and testing coordinator experience.
  • Good analytical and strategic planning skills: able to prioritize, balance short and long-term priorities.
  • Good understanding of construction industry.
  • Effective people skills.


Preferred:
  • Certified rigger/signal person. NCCCO, NCCCER or equivalent.
  • Certified crane operator, NCCCO, NCCER or equivalent.
  • Certified Crane Operator, experienced as A/D director for all types of mobile cranes.
  • Certified OSHA crane inspector.
  • Qualified or certified construction trainer.


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.
Learn more about Bechtel
Size
55,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1898
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