Expediting Specialist

Relocation Authorized: National - Family Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Houston, TX Relocation Authorized: National - Family Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Houston, TX 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. Project Overview Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world. Job Summary In this role, you will perform project or site expediting activities. You will contact suppliers, interpret production schedules and progress reports, prepare critical items reports, provide early warning of delays or supplier deficiencies, monitor supplier quality, and assist with tracing missing material. Your initiative and corrective actions will help ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment. Major Responsibilities Performs more complex expediting activities on a project, in a support office, or at a jobsite to ensure the timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet project needs Contacts suppliers to obtain timely submission of engineering data and to follow-up on material acquisition, production progress and shipment Interprets production schedules and progress reports to ensure they are realistic, that required activities occur on time, and that interface between activities is maintained Coordinates with planning and scheduling, field material coordinators or jobsite project expeditors and construction to establish priorities, sequences and required delivery dates and instructs suppliers accordingly Expedites Bechtel engineering for the timely review, approval and return of engineering data submitted by suppliers Participates in pre- and post-award meetings to review and discuss schedules and potential problem areas that may impact required shipment dates Coordinates shipping arrangements or tracking requests with the project Logistics representative Education And Experience Requirements Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience Required Knowledge And Skills Demonstrated experience in procurement, supply chain, expediting, logistics, or materials management, with the ability to monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials required for major engineering and construction projects. Strong knowledge of purchase order administration, supplier follow-up, manufacturing schedules, and delivery tracking, with the ability to identify potential delays and proactively drive corrective actions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of coordinating effectively with suppliers, project procurement teams, engineering, quality, logistics, and construction personnel to resolve schedule and delivery issues. Proficiency in analyzing schedules, reports, and expediting data, with strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, prepare status updates, and support project reporting requirements. Nice To Have Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities such as: Bulk API, sterile products, secondary packaging, devices, and lab projects. Deep understanding of cGMP regulations, and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience in the following areas: GMP manufacturing, LEAN, automation, construction, construction quality, CQV (commissioning, qualification, and validation), project controls, the engineering disciplines, safety, and scheduling Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (Owners, Architects, Engineers, QA/Validation, Contractors) in regulated contexts. Certifications or hands-on experience in CQV; CSV awareness; familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and related regulatory frameworks. Demonstrated success delivering complex, multi-site projects in validated environments (GMP/GLP/ISO 17025) within labs, biopharma, pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical devices, healthcare, or related sectors. Specific experience delivering validated environments: GMP/GLP labs, ISO 14644 cleanrooms, ISO 17025 laboratories, or similar. 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. 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