Project Controls Manager

Bechtel Corporation; United States; Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Infrastructure’s Renewables & Clean Power segment in the United States seeks qualified project controls professionals for upcoming combined cycle power plant projects across multiple locations, with initial bases in Reston, VA and eventual relocation to sites nationwide.

This role leads cost engineering, estimating, forecasting, and scheduling for a large-scale project and requires readiness for short-term assignments and mobilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field.
• Minimum 13–15 years of relevant experience, or 17–19 years.
• Current or previous Bechtel experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to manage cost engineering, estimating, forecasting and scheduling.
• Provide leadership, guidance, training, and mentoring to the team.
• Ensure effective implementation of cost and schedule control procedures.
• Develop and forecast project estimates and cost forecasts.
• Support client negotiations with data and risk guidance.

Skills

Cost engineering

Cost estimating

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Planning

Scheduling

Change management

Power projects

EPC projects

Communication skills

Engineering processes

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering/CM/related field

Job description

Requisition ID: 300222

- Relocation Authorized: National - Family
- Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Various Work Locations USA
- Salary Range: 159,700- 231,000 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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Project Overview:

Bechtel Infrastructure’s Renewables & Clean Power business line is seeking qualified project controls professionals for forthcoming combined cycle power plant projects planned in multiple locations across the United States including Texas, Wyoming, Ohio, and Indianna.The project teams will be initially based in Reston, VA; following contract award, selected candidates will relocate to designated project sites.This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the reemerging power business supporting our customers and society.Successful applicants must be willing to start out on short-term assignments in Reston, Virginia and then mobilize to project locations upon award.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will lead a team to manage cost engineering, cost estimating, forecasting, and planning/scheduling for a project that requires technical skill and expertise. You will provide leadership, oversight, guidance, training, and mentoring to your team to ensure successful project execution and delivery.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manages cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, and planning/scheduling activities for a large, complex project, that requires a high degree of technical skill and experience
• Responsible for the effective implementation of department procedures used for monitoring, controlling, and forecasting cost and schedule
• Accountable for the development, maintenance, and forecasting of the project schedule
• Accountable for the ongoing development and maintenance of an effective Change Management and Trend Program
• Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates assignments to subordinates
• Ensure the appropriate level of professional services resources are staffed and maintained to support project execution
• Support project organizational and administrative activities
• Develops the preparation and presentation of project estimates and cost forecasts
• Provides generally non-routine cost engineering and planning/scheduling guidance
• Provides project leaders and stakeholders with risk awareness support and guidance
• Coordinates development of all data in support of client negotiations

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field required
• Minimum 13 - 15 years of relevant experience or 17 - 19 years of relevant work experience
• Current or previous Bechtel experience preferred

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in performing, monitoring and reviewing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, project setup, control, analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting/systems
• Demonstrated experience in performing, monitoring and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis
• Demonstrated experience in change management, including trend program
• Experience in delivering large-scale combined cycle power projects or similar process plants
• Experience in delivering fully integrated EPC projects
• Excellent skill in oral and written communication, including experience presenting information to internal and external stakeholders
• Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes, as performed by Bechtel
• Significant experience of leading, managing and organizing teams of diverse backgrounds and experience to meet project objectives
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Office software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

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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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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