Deputy Project Field Engineer - Non-Fab

Job Summary

In this role, you will manage a team and provide field engineering leadership for work planning & packaging (AWP), material management, quantity validation, safety, quality control, subcontracts, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and coordination of system turnover. Your oversight will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• Supports the duties of the Project Field Engineer, responsible for coordination of all activities related to field engineering and interfacing with all other operating sections of the job-site.
• Proactively engages with their teams' development through CPM, competency development/assessment and feedback.
• Develops and recommends the construction engineering staffing plan for approval by the Site Manager (or appropriate level of Project Management) and prepares employee requisitions.
• Directs construction engineering activities of the assigned construction engineering staff, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Directs the design of temporary construction facilities as required.
• Directs preparation of requisitions for field procured materials, material substitution, services, equipment.
• Possesses responsibility for quantity take-off, control, reporting and forecasting.
• Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Reviews and approves inspection test plans and high risk rigging plans.
• Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Required bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• Required Knowledge And Skills:
• Owns field quality execution and assurance.
• Deep knowledge of project specs, codes, ITPs, and Bechtel quality systems; ensures right-first-time installation across disciplines.
• Leads quality planning and readiness.
• Integrates quality requirements into AWP and field execution; verifies inspection points, hold points, and documentation are ready before work starts.
• Manage inspections and nonconformances.
• Coordinates field inspections, reviews and dispositions NCRs, drives corrective actions, and prevents repeat issues.
• Controls quality data and turnover.
• Safeguards accurate records, test results, and as-builts; supports system completions and clean handover to commissioning and the client.
• Acts as quality problem-solver and leader.
• Coaches field engineers, superintendents, and craft on standards and expectations; escalates systemic risks early.

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.

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.