Discipline Workface Planner

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in Houston, TX, seeks a Workface Planner to coordinate Installation Work Packages and Advanced Work Packaging for a new API manufacturing facility.

You will partner with engineering, procurement and field teams to drive safe, efficient project delivery, maintain schedules in project systems, and contribute to CWE initiatives and training.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent).
• 5–8 years of relevant construction planning experience.
• Experience in field engineering or project planning environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and manage Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and CWE processes.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Interface with field teams and subcontractors to align priorities.
• Maintain planning data and schedules in project systems.
• Analyze project metrics and suggest improvements.
• Support CWE programs and training materials.
• Communicate scope, priorities, and execution plans.

Skills

Construction planning

Scheduling

Primavera P6

Project controls

Stakeholder communication

Data analysis

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Requisition ID: 296065

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Project Overview

Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary

The Workface Planner serves as a key contributor to construction planning and execution, coordinating workface planning efforts to support safe, efficient, and predictable project delivery. This role partners with engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractor teams to develop, implement, and maintain Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and Advance Work Packaging (AWP) processes. The Workface Planner also contributes to Continuous Workface Effectiveness (CWE) initiatives, supporting the identification and removal of constraints and driving productivity improvements across project teams.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and manage Installation Work Packages (IWPs), including scoping, sequencing, and updating work packages based on project progression.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to identify and remove constraints impacting execution.
• Interface with field engineering, supervision, and subcontractors to align priorities and ensure effective work package delivery.
• Maintain planning data and schedules in project systems and ensure alignment with project milestones.
• Analyze project metrics and provide recommendations to improve workface planning effectiveness.
• Support implementation of Construction Workface Effectiveness (CWE) programs, tools, and initiatives.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure consistent understanding of scope, priorities, and execution plans.
• Identify planning gaps and proactively collaborate across teams to resolve issues and improve execution.
• Contribute to development and delivery of training and learning programs related to workface planning and AWP processes.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Experience in construction, field engineering, or project planning environments.
• Understanding of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) principles and lifecycle (preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction planning, scheduling, and execution processes.
• Experience with project controls and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or similar systems.
• Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Skilled in analyzing project data, identifying risks, and implementing solutions.
• Ability to work in field environments and comply with site safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to productivity, planning, and execution.
• Assist with development of training materials and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Promote safe work practices and integration of safety into all planning activities.

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.com/total-rewards.

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