Program Approvals, Environment & Heritage Lead

Bechtel Corporation; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is looking for a professional to integrate environmental requirements into project planning documents within large-scale construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree majoring in Anthropology or Archaeology, along with 5-8 years of experience in heritage management and compliance. Responsibilities include monitoring construction conditions and liaising with teams to ensure compliance. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized within the company culture.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in heritage management.
• Knowledge of compliance in large-scale construction projects.
• Experience in developing heritage management plans.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction approval conditions.
• Liaise with customer and contractor for compliance.
• Update heritage management plans as required.

Skills

Heritage management and compliance

Knowledge of WA and Commonwealth heritage legislation

Cultural Heritage Management plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Arts (Anthropology/Archaeology)

Job description

Job Summary

In this role, you will integrate environmental requirements into large‑scale project planning documents, permit applications, design criteria, construction plans, schedules, and subcontract documents.

Major Responsibilities

• Monitor all construction approval conditions; MDP, Section 18, CEMP and PNR Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP) commitments for the Project.
• Heritage Compliance and Assurance.
• Liaise with customer and contractor team members to ensure compliance and alignment with organisational policies, frameworks and processes.
• Participate and undertake heritage risk assessments, inspections, audits, monitoring and compliance tasks to report on and enhance heritage performance.
• Contribute to project reviews and assurance activities against approval conditions and targets.
• Update Project heritage management plans and documents as and when required.
• Identify non‑conformances and provide advice to the Manager – Cultural Heritage and Senior Project Manager.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's degree of Science (or Arts) with a major in Anthropology / Archaeology or equivalent (or international equivalent) related to environmental sciences, field biology, or natural resources and 5‑8 years of relevant experience or 9‑12 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• 5+ years’ experience delivering heritage management and compliance responsibilities within large scale construction projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of WA and Commonwealth heritage legislation with experience in compliance management.
• Experience in developing, implementing and maintaining construction / operational Cultural Heritage Management plans and frameworks.

Benefits

Bechtel has long been committed to offering robust benefits to help employees thrive, advance careers, and foster a culture of growth.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse teams build the extraordinary. As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant mix of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences.

This diversity enhances problem solving, innovation, and attracting leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels they belong—part of "One Team"—respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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