Requisition ID: 300914
- Relocation Authorized: National - Single
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Pecos, TX
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Project Overview:
The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery this year. The candidate will act as the Field Superintendent- Rigging, on the simple cycle portion of the Project in Pecos, Texas. The candidate will mobilize on a long-term (camp) assignment to the project in Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.
Job Summary:
The Rigging Field Superintendent provides onsite leadership for all Crane & Rigging related construction activities primarily focused on the project’s simple cycle gas turbine plants, ensuring all work is executed safely, meets technical requirements, and aligns with project schedule and budget objectives. This role directs craft labor and subcontractors, oversees daily field operations, and drives workforce planning, progress reporting, and cost/schedule performance. Working closely with engineering, construction management, and project controls, the Rigging Field Superintendent resolves constructability issues, supports the development of work scopes, and ensures effective use of automation tools and project procedures. The position plays a central role in maintaining quality, enforcing use of current design documents, and ensuring that tools, materials, and equipment are available to support efficient execution.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide ES&H leadership to personnel assigned to their department. This includes preparation and implementation of safety procedures and leading Bechtel and subcontractor safety meetings.
- Ensure that all crane and rigging operations comply with applicable Bechtel procedures, OSHA standards, and federal, state, county, and local regulations, customer and project-specific requirements.
- Engages in development of relevant Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs)
- Manage all site cranes during operation per processes and procedure requirements in regard to safe usage, site relocation, assembly/disassembly of telescopic RT-AT and lattice boom crawler cranes, safe rig up and safe raising-lowering of long boom cranes, proper set up, proper usage and site ground bearing conditions regarding build out of earth and timber crane pads.
- May manage site COE's (crane operator examiners) and crane operator qualification program including crane operator certifications, state licenses and medical certificates verifications.
- Ensures that assigned personnel are properly qualified for their task (e.g., signaling cranes); that they are trained, competent and aware of their responsibilities, and are complying with all applicable standards, requirements, and safe practices.
- Inspect site for unsafe conditions and practices and take appropriate corrective action to correct breaches.
- Coordinate safety training and enforce safe work practices at all times in conjunction with the Environmental Safety and Health.
- Review and approve subcontractor equipment/personnel mobilization and demobilization.
- Plan the manpower and equipment required to execute the job.
- Monitor the activities of craft professionals to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
- Interface with Labor/Industrial Relations for craft recruitment and training programs.
- Perform employee reviews and identify training and development opportunities for subordinate cranes & rigging personnel.
- Review craft time records using established automated tools.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9 -12 years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
- Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
- Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to read and interpret crane manufactures operator’s manual and load charts
- Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging equipment and hardware
- Ability to develop 3-week look-ahead schedule
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified rigger/signal person. NCCCO, NCCCER or equivalent
- Certified crane operator, NCCCO, NCCER or equivalent
- Qualified OSHA crane inspector
- Qualified crane A/D Director
Additional Information:
Work includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).
Total Rewards/Benefits:
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