Civil Engineer (PSP)

Bechtel Global Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Bechtel in Los Angeles seeks a senior civil engineer to lead civil/structural activities on complex EPC projects, including hydro power facilities, dams, and spillways. You will ensure compliance with codes, Bechtel procedures, safety, and schedule while controlling costs.

The role reports to the Civil Engineering Lead and requires 8–14 years of relevant experience, a Civil Engineering degree, and PE registration (or ability to obtain within 6 months).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering or international equivalent.
• PE registration (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).
• 8–14 years of relevant civil/structural experience on major projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and participates in day-to-day Civil/Structural engineering on large projects.
• Designs and evaluates civil components per BSAPs and DCCLs.
• Assesses unconventional materials and complex coordination requirements.
• Prepares equipment, materials specs, bid evaluations, and procurement documents.
• Supports management in meeting safety, quality, schedule, and cost goals.

Skills

Civil/Structural design

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project execution

Communication

Education

Civil Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters)

Professional Engineer registration (PE)

Job description

Requisition ID:296945

• Relocation Authorized:National - Family
• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, Phoenix, AZ

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.

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. #LI-RM1

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 Checklist (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.

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Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel 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.

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]