Workforce Development Coordinator

Bechtel Corporation · Port Arthur, TX · 2 days ago

OTHRFull-time

Relocation authorized: National/International - Accompanied. Telework type: Full-Time. Work location: Port Arthur, TX.

About the role

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries across all seven continents, creating jobs, growing economies, improving infrastructure resiliency, increasing access to energy and vital services, and making the world safer and cleaner. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals; and Manufacturing and Technology markets, spanning from initial planning and investment through start-up and operations.

The Port Arthur LNG project involves developing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on the western shoreline of the Port Arthur Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. The base scope includes two identical LNG trains, two LNG storage tanks, one LNG carrier berth, and associated utilities and facilities. As the #1 LNG EPC contractor by installed capacity, Bechtel delivers LNG projects through an integrated EPC self-perform model, strategic partnerships, and proven experience.

The Workforce Development Training Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, delivering, and continuously improving craft training and competency programs supporting the Port Arthur LNG Project. This role reports to the Project Workforce Development Manager and partners with Construction, Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H), Workforce Services, and Project Leadership to ensure personnel receive required training, competency verification, and development opportunities for safe and efficient project execution. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nightshift, split shift, or day shift.

Responsibilities

Maintains, coordinates, and supports Port Arthur LNG Project craft construction training programs.
Maintains and ensures project training programs align with overall Gulf Coast initiatives.
Facilitates, coordinates, and monitors classes and facilities in line with project and functional expectations.
Provides training to project personnel of all levels, including Professional Staff, Craft, Subcontractors, Vendors, Clients, and Visitors.
Performs project orientation and craft training in areas of expertise.
Prepares craft training as identified by Construction, Workforce Services, or other project teams.
Assists in developing training programs promoting compliance with Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) core processes and Standard Work Processes and Procedures (SWPP’s).
Communicates craft training needs and makes recommendations to the Project Workforce Development Manager for additional program development or support.
Builds effective working relationships with project personnel to identify and forecast training needs.
Communicates feedback from project personnel regarding training needs to appropriate supervisors.
Conducts Verifications of Competency (VOC) on equipment as needed.
Conducts Competency to Operate (CTO) Evaluations as required.
Ensures records are promptly submitted for data entry and retention based on project requirements; assists with data entry of training records.
Performs trade testing or competency verifications for manual workers in one or more areas of expertise.
Obtains and maintains required credentials (e.g., NCCER, 3M, CTS) to conduct classes and verify competencies.
Ensures training and assessment programs align with project expectations and industry best practices, such as National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) or Craft Assessment Program guidelines.
Evaluates training effectiveness and recommends improvements to instructional methods, course content, and competency verification processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 1 year of relevant work experience, or 4-5 years of relevant work experience.
Large construction site experience is required.
Must have the right to work and remain in the United States.

Skills

Strong analytical and strategic planning skills; ability to prioritize and balance short- and long-term priorities.
Working knowledge of the industrial construction industry.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Understanding of adult learning techniques and methods for instructing diverse groups.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices regarding industrial construction and workplace safety.
Ability to adapt to changing project conditions, workforce needs, and training demands.
Strong attention to detail, especially regarding records and documentation.
Able to work independently and collaboratively with project departments and client representatives.
Ability to modify instructional techniques based on audience.
Ability to handle confidential or sensitive employee training information appropriately.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple classes, records, schedules, and priorities simultaneously.

Benefits