Area Superintendent

Requisition ID: 282316 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Single 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Various Bechtel Project Locations 

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Job Summary:

In this role, you will manage the organization and direction of project construction activities and oversee total site management including supervision of construction craft personnel, field engineering, contract administration, cost and schedule, field procurement, and finance and accounting. Your leadership will ensure project operations are compliant, safe, timely, within scope and budget, and clients are satisfied.  #LI-MJ1

Major Responsibilities:

Leadership/Supervision:

• Manages the organization and direction of construction and related activities of a single construction project, including actions of Bechtel, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and their representatives.
• Acts as primary client contact for all project field activities. 
• Oversees total site management including supervision of construction craft personnel, field engineering, contract administration, cost and schedule, field procurement, finance and accounting services, and craft resource personnel as applicable.  
• Maintains client relationship and is the primary contact for client’s communication with the field activities and effective relation with other functional departments. 
• Coordinates all project contractual activities. and participates in the development of contract, subcontract, or vendor scopes of work, budgets, contract formation, and negotiations

Planning:

• Oversees jobsite expenditures for labor equipment, material and services and ensures field operations are within the budget. 
• Establishes project field procedures and objectives within corporate policies and procedures as necessitated by conditions at a jobsite. 
• Develops, implements, and administers a jobsite security plan and coordinates the activities with corporate security department. 

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:

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Construction Management Expertise

• Strong understanding of construction methods, procedures, and best practices for medium- to large-scale industrial or data center projects.
• Familiarity with local codes, regulations, and relevant safety standards (e.g., OSHA or equivalent).

Field Coordination & Scheduling:

• Proven ability to develop and maintain detailed construction schedules, coordinate resources, and sequence work efficiently.
• Skilled in short-term planning, look-ahead schedules, and mitigating schedule conflicts.

Craft Supervision & Workforce Management:

• Demonstrated experience overseeing and directing large craft workforces, ensuring proper staffing and clear assignment of responsibilities.
• Effective at mentoring foremen and other supervisory staff, addressing performance issues, and maintaining high productivity levels.

Safety & Quality Control:

• Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, incident prevention strategies, and zero-accident culture.
• Capable of implementing and upholding strict quality standards, managing inspections, and ensuring compliance with project specifications.

Resource & Logistics Coordination:

• Ability to coordinate material deliveries, equipment usage, and site logistics to prevent bottlenecks and ensure continuous workflow.
• Experience with managing subcontractor activities and integrating multiple disciplines on-site.

Communication & Reporting:

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with project engineers, subcontractors, and owners’ representatives.
• Clear, concise reporting abilities for project status updates, resource needs, and potential issues.

Problem-Solving & Adaptability:

• Ability to identify and address on-site issues quickly, propose viable solutions, and pivot when site conditions change.
• Comfortable making time-sensitive decisions to keep the project on track.

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

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com