Lead Structural Field Engineer

Job Summary: The Lead Structural Field Engineer will report to the Area Field Engineer for Structural Steel. This individual is responsible for providing technical assistance, direction, and support to other Structural Field Engineers and field supervision for construction and installation activities for all disciplines associated with the structural equipment and materials. Major Responsibilities: Acting as single point of contact for coordination and resolution of all issues related to structural execution in the Pre‑assembly yard and field. Assisting the Advanced Work Packaging team with development of work packages. Executing field material takeoffs from design drawings. Preparing field material requisitions for materials and monitoring status of purchase orders and deliveries. Developing inspection and test plans. Performing and documenting inspections for the structural work scope on an ongoing basis. Reviewing quality documentation for content and accuracy per approved inspection and test plans. Interpreting design requirements and ensuring installation methods and finished work are in conformance with applicable design drawings, specifications, standards, and codes. Trouble‑shooting technical and constructability issues with design engineer or fabricator, using input from Supervision. Documenting field changes and non‑conformances using formal approval processes. Participating in quality assurance reviews and facilitating resolution of quality findings related to civil structural activities. Reviewing short‑ and long‑term schedules developed by Supervision and verifying alignment with material delivery schedules and key project milestone dates. Providing support to Superintendents to establish requirements for manpower, tools, equipment, and material requirements. Verifying Superintendent’s reported progress, resolving comments or discrepancies, and inputting installed quantities to Steel Slayer on an on‑going basis. Monitoring actual work progress compared to the project schedule. Leading final area walk‑downs, punch‑listing, close‑out, and turnover of structural systems. Assisting with development and review of as‑built documentation. 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. Required Knowledge and Skills: Candidate should be well versed in structural steel erection and the American Institute of Steel Construction manual and standards. Experience motivating team members, solving open‑ended problems, and presenting plans in a clear and concise manner. Preference given to previous Bechtel experience. Experience managing technical services subcontracts is desirable. Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office software suite required. Work includes field inspections which require the following physical capabilities: extensive walking in and around a construction site in extreme heat and cold, climbing ladders, working on elevated platforms and scaffolds; crawling and crouching; working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 25lb objects is required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project site (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task including body harness and lanyards. Must be able to complete and pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H). Demonstrated commitment to a Zero Accident safety program. Equal Opportunity Employment: 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 email their request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr