Bechtel

Senior Process Improvement II

Bechtel • $78K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H) or related fields
  • Proven track record in leading incident investigations and root cause analyses
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance and safety performance metrics
  • Experience in managing databases and analyzing safety data for trends
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills, with experience in training delivery

Responsibilities

  • Assist in implementing Bechtel's ES&H program and compliance with standards
  • Develop and maintain safety programs and procedures for employee protection
  • Maintain ES&H databases for incident events and corrective actions
  • Conduct statistical analysis of ES&H data to identify performance trends
  • Lead risk assessments and mitigation planning for ES&H issues
  • Prepare reports and documentation for program execution
  • Support training and emergency preparedness initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Generous paid time off (160 hours annually)
  • Nine paid holidays and paid parental leave
  • Discretionary bonuses and a well-designed 401K plan with matching
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 299804
  • Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Thacker Pass,NV
  • Salary Range: 78,900- 120,300 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)


Project Overview:

Thacker Pass is the largest known lithium resource in the United States. Once complete, the mine and processing facilities will produce more lithium carbonate than any other facility in the United States by far - enough to power 1 million electric vehicles per year.

As the EPCM contractor for Lithium Americas, Bechtel is responsible for managing and integrating the efforts of a team contractors engineering and building the facility. We are also managing procurement of about $1 Billion in goods and services.

Earth work began in 2023 and design and procurement of long-lead equipment is underway.

The project is located in the high desert and wide-open spaces of north-central Nevada about 25 miles from the Oregon border, 1 hour northwest of Winnemucca, Nevada and 3 hours northeast of Reno.

Planned with sustainability and the environment in mind, the facility will use its excess process heat to generate electricity and will recycle process water up to seven times. Once the second phase of the project is complete, Thacker Pass will produce more than 16 times the current U.S. output of lithium.

Bechtel is proud to play a critical role in the U.S. transition to cleaner energy and offers the following opportunity on the Thacker Pass Project.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will assist in the development and implementation of process improvement efforts to support various ES&H (Environmental, Safety, and Health) tasks, particularly in the areas of learning from incidents, data capture and reportability, incident investigation, root cause analysis, and Six Sigma. You will provide technical support and participate in the project's ES&H Learning and Development activities, with a strong emphasis on incident investigation and corrective action planning. You will also support the identification of ES&H trends and needs through inspection of project field execution activities. This role works directly with other project-level functions (e.g., engineering, construction, subcontracts, procurement, project controls, document controls) to help them address applicable ES&H requirements in their work activities. #LI-NP1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Provides assistance in a wide variety of Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) disciplines to facilitate implementation of Bechtel's ES&H program and ES&H Management System to include aiding compliance with Bechtel's ES&H standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and contractual commitments
  • Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of programs, systems, and procedures necessary for the safety and health of employees and protection of the environment and communities
  • Maintains ES&H databases, inclusive of incident events, audit/assessment findings, and corrective actions
  • Performs statistical analysis of ES&H data to help identify performance trends and contributing factors as part of continuous improvement
  • Helps identify and coordinate any unique software systems and electronic innovation used by ES&H personnel
  • Leads teams in conducting risk assessment, studies, mitigation planning, and monitoring in response to ES&H issues
  • Prepares communications, writes reports, and prepares documents for program execution and records retention
  • Assists with incident notifications, leads investigations, and prepares incident investigation reports
  • Recommends and implements improvements in processes, procedures, and work activities to minimize hazard potential
  • Participates in and supports employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs
  • Supports ES&H recognition programs
  • Researches issues and provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice
  • Provides support to ES&H field and office personnel, inclusive of all ES&H disciplines


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Experience in Environmental, Safety & Health (ES&H), industrial safety, construction safety, or related disciplines.
  • Experience leading incident investigations and conducting root cause analyses using methodologies such as 5-Why, Why Tree, Barrier Analysis, or similar tools.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance, auditing, corrective action management, and safety performance metrics.
  • Experience managing databases, analyzing safety data, and identifying trends for continuous improvement.
  • Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.Strong technical writing, reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Previous experience on large construction, mining, industrial, or infrastructure projects is preferred.


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Strong experience in project construction and in-depth knowledge of Safety.
  • Experience and knowledge working with Environmental and Health construction standards. Knowledge of regulatory and industry standards and criteria relevant to ES&H incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Experience as an instructor and trainer in incident investigation and the ability to organize training for large numbers of employees is preferred
  • Must be able to write executive reports, develop presentations on project safety topics, and manage assigned resources.
  • Knowledge of learning and development systems, both ES&H applications and automation methods, and the application of computers to associated process improvement tasks.
  • General knowledge of drafting and producing investigation reports, training, and communication tools.
  • Demonstrated ability in oral and written communication and in preparing clear and comprehensive correspondence.
  • Familiar with Bechtel's Advanced Incident Investigation process is preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.


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

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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