CWE Manager – Construction Ops Excellence (Part‑Time)

Bechtel; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a M&T Construction Workface Effectiveness (CWE) Manager in Houston, TX, to lead two integrated areas: Operations Excellence and Professional Development. The role drives productivity improvements, workforce capability, and training programs, aligning with Bechtel strategic objectives and reporting to the CWE Manager.

You will partner with project executives, HR, and corporate teams to implement performance measures, KPI frameworks, and continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline.
• 10–13 years of relevant experience or 14–17 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience leading construction productivity improvement or workforce effectiveness programs.
• Experience developing KPI frameworks, scorecards, and performance measurement systems.
• Ability to lead teams, programs, or cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment and execution of CWE operational improvement programs across M&T projects.
• Drive productivity improvement through analysis, DWA, Lean Construction, and Workface Planning.
• Develop, monitor, and report project and organizational performance metrics.
• Establish KPI frameworks, scorecards, and benchmarking for the portfolio.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and propose improvements.
• Lead CWE professional development programs including onboarding and trainings.
• Ensure consistency and effectiveness of training across projects.
• Partner with HR and project leadership to identify capability gaps.

Job description

Bechtel is seeking a M&T Construction Workface Effectiveness (CWE) Manager in Houston, TX, to lead two integrated areas: Operations Excellence and Professional Development. The role drives productivity improvements, workforce capability, and training programs, aligning with Bechtel strategic objectives and reporting to the CWE Manager.

You will partner with project executives, HR, and corporate teams to implement performance measures, KPI frameworks, and continuous improvement across the