Construction Site Manager

Bechtel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 211,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards

Generous paid time off

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Bechtel seeks an experienced Nuclear Construction Site Manager to lead field operations on major engineering, procurement, and construction projects. You will drive safe, compliant, and efficient site execution, coordinating with project management, engineering, and subcontractors to meet regulatory and Bechtel standards.

You will ensure readiness for turnover, manage schedules and costs, and lead continuous improvement initiatives including Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or master’s degree (or international equivalent) and 18+ years of relevant experience or 22+ years in lieu of degree.
• Requires United States Citizenship to be considered for employment.
• Candidates must be physically capable of site walkdowns and related activities, including climbing ladders, stairs, and lifting up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and coordination of all construction activities across Bechtel, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Owns site management including construction, field engineering, contracts, cost and schedule control, procurement, finance, and industrial relations.
• Leads development and execution of construction, safety, environmental, automation, labor, and staffing plans.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Site coordination

Quality and safety awareness

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost and schedule control

Six Sigma knowledge

Contractor management

Mobility and on-site work

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Relocation Authorized: National - Family Telework Type: Full-Time Office/ProjectWork Location: Various Work Locations USA Salary Range: Reston, VA Location Only: $210,700 - $304,800 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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Job Summary

The Nuclear Construction Site Manager leads field execution for nuclear construction activities on major engineering, procurement, and construction projects. This role is responsible for safe, compliant, and efficient site operations, including construction planning, subcontractor coordination, workface execution, schedule performance, quality adherence, and field leadership. The Nuclear Construction Site Manager works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, quality, safety, commissioning, and subcontractor teams to ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with project requirements, nuclear quality standards, applicable U.S. regulations, and company procedures. The role is critical in driving field productivity, resolving execution issues, maintaining site discipline, and ensuring readiness for turnover and startup activities.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor'sdegree or master’s degree (or international equivalent) and 18+ years of relevant experience or 22+ years relevant work experience in lieu of degree. Requires United States Citizenship to be considered for employment. Must be physically capable to participate in project walkdowns, which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing in or maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces, and lifting up to 40lbs without assistance. This project may have multiple work schedules that are subject to change and may require employees to work overtime, weekends, and/or night shift when a business need arises.

Major Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and coordination of all construction activities, including Bechtel, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Accountable for overall site management, including construction, field engineering, contracts, cost and schedule control, procurement, finance, accounting, and industrial relations.
• Leads development and execution of construction, safety, environmental, automation, labor, subcontracting, staffing, and site work-rule plans.
• Ensures implementation of Bechtel’s Zero Accident program and compliance with all safety, security, housekeeping, and fire protection requirements.
• Establishes and manages schedules, execution methods, staffing plans, and material/equipment requirements.
• Controls job-site expenditures and ensures performance within approved cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Monitors overall project performance and compliance with quality standards, engineering requirements, and schedules.
• Ensures construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, inspection requirements, and nuclear quality standards.
• Coordinates with quality, engineering, and field supervision to resolve nonconformances, documentation issues, and installation challenges.
• Verifies completion of inspections, testing, turnover documentation, and handover readiness requirements.
• Maintains client relationships and serves as the primary contact for site-related communications.
• Implements corporate policies and establishes site-specific procedures to meet project and client requirements.
• Leads site industrial relations efforts and collaborates with corporate Industrial Relations and functional teams.
• Directs workforce training and development programs to support compliance, capability building, and succession planning.
• Ensures required permits, licenses, and approvals are obtained before work execution.
• Promotes continuous improvement through Six Sigma and other performance enhancement initiatives.
• Maintains high standards of field quality, traceability, and readiness for inspection, testing, and project turnover.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the content and implementation of Quality Policies on Construction Projects.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Minimum 10 years of supervisory experience including management of multifunctional organizations.
• Knowledge of all phases of construction operations relating to field activities of all disciplines, construction technologies, and jobsite management.
• Knowledge of the phases of project scoping, planning, and execution relating to the construction of multi-discipline works.
• Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
• General awareness of environmental laws.
• Experience managing both subcontracted and self-performed construction projects.
• Thorough knowledge of the content and implementation of Labor Management Plans.
• Knowledge of the Six Sigma Program tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of local labor laws including working knowledge of unionized labor.
• Thorough Knowledge of state, federal, and local contracting requirements, and other government compliance standards.
• Ability to coordinate closely with quality, engineering, and field supervision teams to resolve nonconformances, documentation gaps, and installation issues.

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.

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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. Click here to learn more about the people who power the legacy.

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components.

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