Field Civil/Structural Engineer for Major Infrastructure Projects

Bechtel; Iquique; On-site; CLP 18,000,000 - 30,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel seeks an experienced Civil Engineer for field engineering and project planning at the Doña Inés de Collahuasi growth project site near Iquique, Chile. You will manage material verification, packaging, and field coordination to support safe, compliant construction activities.

The role requires a progressive background in civil engineering with at least 10 years of relevant experience and strong collaboration with clients and subcontractors, ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Civil Engineering or degree to completion.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Intermediate English (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction plans and programs, and issue change documents.
• Develop installation packages and coordinate field activities.
• Inspect materials on receipt and track field purchases.
• Monitor installation to ensure drawings conformity and quantity tracking.
• Ensure zero accidents and compliance with safety requirements.
• Provide engineering to construction assistance.
• Review design and engineering documents for completeness and readiness for construction.
• Coordinate with design on constructability issues and with Client on outsourcing priorities.

Skills

Field engineering

Construction planning

Materials management

Quality control

Safety compliance

Subcontract coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Bechtel seeks an experienced Civil Engineer for field engineering and project planning at the Doña Inés de Collahuasi growth project site near Iquique, Chile. You will manage material verification, packaging, and field coordination to support safe, compliant construction activities.

The role requires a progressive background in civil engineering with at least 10 years of relevant experience and strong collaboration with clients and subcontractors, ensuring quality and timely delivery.