Civil Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to ensure civil/structural activities meet codes, Bechtel procedures, and project objectives for safety, quality, schedule and cost. The position reports to the Civil Engineering Lead.

The role involves leading day-to-day civil/structural engineering on large EPC projects, coordinating with procurement and construction, and applying engineering analysis and design software on dam and hydro power initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with planning, design, scheduling and cost control on large civil projects.
• Knowledge of dam construction methods and field execution.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, directs, and participates in Civil/Structural engineering on medium to large projects.
• Designs and evaluates Civil components using established BSAPs and design checks.
• Analyzes problems with conflicting design requirements and sketches solutions.
• Evaluates unconventional materials and coordination needs.
• Prepares equipment, work and material specs; conducts bid evaluations and award recommendations.
• Provides assistance to project and construction management on civil/structural requirements.

Skills

Engineering planning

Design development

Scheduling

Cost control

Dam construction

Leadership

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering bachelor’s or master’s degree

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Tools

Civil engineering software

Job description

Project Overview

We are building high performing teams to deliver complex EPC heavy civil project and looking for motivated, hands‑on, collaborative innovators, doers, and problem solvers. The projects are hydro power generation with scopes including roadway development, significant structures including dams, spillways, tunnel waterways, inlet/outlet structures, hydromechanical equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, and site facilities and buildings. This is your opportunity to be part of history making projects.

Job Summary

The civil engineer will ensure that the civil engineering activities are executed in accordance with applicable codes, regulatory requirements, Bechtel engineering procedures and industry best practice while meeting project objectives for safety, quality, schedule and cost certainty. The position reports through the Civil Engineering Lead.

Major Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, directs, and participates in the day‑to‑day Civil/Structural engineering activity on medium to large sized complex projects that require very major Civil/Structural engineering effort, or may be assigned responsibility for multiple smaller projects within a global business unit utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)
• Designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates Civil components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and Design Control Check List (DCCL) and Design Review Notices (DRNs)
• Analyzes problems with conflicting design requirements, sketches ideas and possible solutions
• Analyzes and reports on the suitability of unconventional materials, techniques and/or difficult coordination requirements
• Plans, coordinates, or prepares equipment, work and material specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations
• Prepares procurement and subcontract requisition documents and performs associated technical bid evaluations with award recommendations
• Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project Civil/Structural requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires a Civil Engineering bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 8‑10 years of relevant experience or 12‑14 years of relevant work experience
• Professional Engineering registration or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Experience with engineering work planning, design development, scheduling, and cost control.
• Understanding of construction methods, temporary works, and field execution considerations for large dams.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis and design software commonly used in civil engineering for major earthworks projects
• Demonstrated experience in managing engineering on major dam projects and/or large, complex projects
• Strong leadership, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Able to communicate technical information in writing and orally; to interrelate effectively with individuals and teams and have presentation skills.
• Able to work within a multi‑disciplinary, multi‑cultural team and manage challenging multi‑cultural relationships across a range of entities.
• Self‑driven and able to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management and/or peers.
• Flexible and able to adapt to working in a demanding environment, including traveling and working remotely if / when required.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world’s toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to [e-mail].