Field Construct Equipment Manager

Requisition ID: 300334 | Relocation Authorized: National - Family | Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project | Work Location: Clay, NY

About the role

Since 1898, Bechtel has helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents, creating jobs, growing economies, improving infrastructure resiliency, increasing access to energy and vital services, and making the world a safer, cleaner place. Bechtel’s Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit designs, builds, and commissions semiconductor fabs, datacenters, life sciences, and electric vehicle facilities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, M&T operates globally with colleagues in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and project locations worldwide.

Bechtel’s M&T Business Unit is designing, building, and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T strives to exceed customer objectives through agility, innovative technologies, and world-class talent, solving the industry's toughest challenges.

Construction Equipment Manager will oversee all aspects related to construction equipment on large-scale projects with multiple disciplines and areas of work. The role ensures equipment is available, functional, and used efficiently to meet project timelines and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Planning & Allocation: Determine what machinery is needed for the project and schedule its delivery and deployment. Evaluates and prepares workforce requirements.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Ensure regular servicing and quick repairs to minimize downtime. Plan, direct, and control the maintenance of fleet equipment and maintenance of service documents.
• Compliance & Safety: Verify that equipment meets safety regulations and operators are properly trained. Manage construction equipment resources on site in compliance with project HS&E policies and applicable CORE Processes and SWPPs. Provide training to ensure adherence and understanding of safe equipment usage requirements and practices.
• Cost Control: Monitor equipment-related expenses, including fuel, maintenance, and rentals, to stay within budget. Prepare equipment operating cost budgets. Plan, direct, and control the maintenance of fleet equipment and maintenance of service documents.
• Inventory Management: Track equipment usage, location, and condition throughout the project.
• Coordination: Work closely with project managers, site supervisors, and vendors to align equipment availability with construction phases. Monitor activities of proposed subcontractors or vendors to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
• Reporting: Oversee equipment maintenance systems reporting and equipment records management. Ensure all required daily, weekly, and monthly reports are generated and distributed for use and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 5 years of Project Equipment Management experience.
• A recognized degree in construction management, engineering, industrial technology, or business administration and 10+ years prior practical work experience, or 15+ years relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge of the following equipment (or equivalents): Caterpillar Earthmoving Equipment, Demag, Liebherr, Manitowoc, Terex and Grove cranes, JLG, Gradall, IR forklifts, JLG and Grove Manlifts, along with Caterpillar, Cummins, and Perkins engines.
• Understanding of equipment warranties, performance guarantees, and equipment fitness for use.
• Knowledge of multi-discipline construction and/or operating functions.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance requirements; ensures compliance with Bechtel’s core value of zero accidents and project safety goals.
• Knowledge of heavy-industrial equipment management work processes and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications).
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Knowledge in the use of subcontracts and the contractor and subcontractor's responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
• Excellent customer relations and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) from AEMP (Association of Equipment Management Professionals).
• OSHA Safety Certification for field compliance.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) for leadership in complex projects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 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
• Well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

Pay

Salary range: $105,000 – $160,200 annually (based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant).