Field Superintendent - Electrical

Bechtel Global Corporation; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Programs to enhance workplace culture

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Superintendent for a gas-fired power generation project in Pecos, Texas. The role involves onsite leadership for mechanical construction activities, ensuring safe execution and adherence to budget objectives.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and substantial experience in construction management, particularly in combined cycle power plants. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent required.
• 5-8 years of experience in relevant construction roles, or 9-12 years in lieu.
• Prior experience as Field Superintendent on a combined cycle power plant.

Responsibilities

• Supervise craft activities and ensure project safety.
• Plan and coordinate workforce requirements.
• Oversee tool and equipment usage on the site.
• Ensure compliance with specifications and project schedules.
• Interpret engineering documents and coordinate technical solutions.

Skills

Leadership skills

Technical understanding of engineering documents

Knowledge of construction safety standards

Ability to manage subcontractors

Experience with automation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Job description

Requisition ID: 293645

• Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Pecos, TX

Project Overview

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery next year. The candidate will act as the Field Superintendent - Electrical - on the CCGT Project in Pecos, Texas. The candidate will locate on a long-term assignment to the project in Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.

Job Summary

The Electrical Field Superintendent provides onsite leadership for mechanical construction activities primarily focused on the project's T350s, ensuring all work is executed safely, meets technical requirements, and aligns with project schedule and budget objectives. This role directs craft labor and subcontractors, oversees daily field operations, and drives workforce planning, progress reporting, and cost/schedule performance. Working closely with engineering, construction management, and project controls, the Field Superintendent resolves constructability issues, supports the development of work scopes, and ensures effective use of automation tools and project procedures. The position plays a central role in maintaining quality, enforcing use of current design documents, and ensuring that tools, materials, and equipment are available to support efficient execution.

Major Responsibilities

Leadership / Supervision

• Supervises and/or directs craft activities as assigned.
• Schedules work to be performed and reviews work accomplished by each craft.

Planning / Productivity

• Determines workforce requirements.
• Coordinates established area operational plans.

Tools, Materials & Equipment

• Monitors tool and equipment usage on the site.
• Prepares Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the crafts have the tools they require to be productive.

Safety & Quality

• Ensures the most current design document is used to complete the work and that all design changes are approved prior to implementation.
• Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors' performance are in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budgets.

Technical

• Works with Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting Engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents.
• Coordinates engineering solutions with Subcontractors, and Foremen and Craft Professionals.

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.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Previous experience delivering a combined cycle power plant as Field Superintendent.
• Works with Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting Engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents.
• Oversees engineering solutions with Subcontractors, and Foremen and Craft Professionals.
• Coordinates with Design on constructability issues.
• Oversees the preparation of testing processes and required test equipment.
• Inspects installed components for technical acceptance.
• Oversees the development of Commodity Installation means and methods.
• Implements understanding of industry / International Codes & Standards applicable to work scope (IEEE, NEC, NFPA 70E etc).
• Utilizes and leverages applicable automation software and processes as applicable.

Total Rewards/Benefits

Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. The benefits include comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, programs to enhance our culture, and other benefits to support an employee’s career and personal well‑being. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

EEO Statement

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].