Area Manager / Construction Manager

Requisition ID: 299459

Relocation Authorized: National – Single

Telework Type: Full‑Time Office/Project

Work Location: Houston, TX

Project Overview

The selected candidate will initially be placed on one of our four Liquefied Natural Gas Plant Projects in the US Gulf Coast Region for our Energy Global Business Unit, but may also be required to relocate to other Global Business Units. The ideal candidate will have market‑sector/sub‑sector construction experience in energy (LNG), manufacturing and technology (semiconductor, chemical, pharmaceutical, data centers, fire power generation), infrastructure (aviation, rail, roads/bridges), mining and minerals (water treatment, mineral extraction, metal refining), and nuclear, security, and environmental projects. Full mobility is expected as business needs evolve.

Job Summary

In this role you will lead a team and supervise superintendents and/or craft professionals on a project. You will direct craft professional activities and work schedules, coordinate subcontract work, and develop the team. Your oversight will ensure professionals have the tools required to be productive, comply with project policies, procedures, and site rules, and perform within specifications, schedules, and budgets.

Major Responsibilities

• Establish, coordinate, and implement area construction schedules, manning charts, and material and equipment requirements.
• Control expenditures in the assigned area for labor, equipment, material, and services, ensuring field operations stay within budget.
• Supervise personnel in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Coordinate all activities inside the ISBL area and manage a group of superintendents, field engineers, and others for daily goals.
• Monitor progress and timely installation of modules, interconnecting components, and stick‑built commodities within the ISBL area.
• Provide leadership for safety, accident prevention, and fire prevention programs on the project.
• Daily coordination with the ISBL Superintendent and interface managers.
• Monitor and actively manage the 28‑day / 120‑day IAP schedule.
• Perform work in a brownfield area, liaising with operations to execute the work.
• Communicate with operations on interface work activities.
• Conduct area‑wide schedule, interface, and performance meetings with discipline superintendents to maintain a coordinated plan.
• Set area priorities and resolve conflicts between disciplines.
• Resolve problems and coordinate with engineering, procurement, and others to implement timely solutions.
• Monitor subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
• Implement corporate/project policies, procedures, and instructions within assigned operations.
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines, areas, and client resident representatives as directed by construction management.
• Perform employee reviews and identify training and development opportunities for subordinate personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Bechtel and local/national safety codes, requirements, and standards.
• Incorporate the Zero Accident Philosophy into all construction operations.
• Actively participate in scheduled safety meetings.
• Demonstrate leadership in a team‑based environment.
• Use the most current design documents and obtain approval for all design changes before implementation.
• Ensure all milestone dates are completed as scheduled.
• Maintain quality and workmanship standards for all construction activities.
• Secure required permits prior to the start of work on site.
• Monitor quantity reporting.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (or international equivalent) with 13–15 years of relevant experience, or 17–19 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong supervision experience, including the ability to lead and manage change.
• Effective communication skills crucial for motivating team members and presenting plans clearly and concisely.
• Previous direct‑hire experience.
• Experience liaising with and coordinating contractors and vendors.
• Technical knowledge of heavy‑industrial civil, piping, mechanical, and electrical facility installations.
• Knowledge of multi‑discipline construction or engineering operations.
• Familiarity with the project’s ES&H handbook, supervisor’s ES&H manual, project safety management plan, and Bechtel’s core processes.
• Understanding of Six Sigma program tools and methodologies.