Project Coordinator

Bechtel Global Corporation; California; On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off (160 hours annually)

401K plan with matching

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation in California is hiring for a role focused on overseeing engineering and construction activities related to highway and railway projects. Responsibilities include managing consultants, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supervising construction teams. The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree and have significant experience in delivery management, particularly with Class 1 rail projects. The position offers competitive benefits and salary ranging from $105,000 to $160,200 annually.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience, or 12-14 years of work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years working in delivery management on highways or railway projects.
• Experience coordinating with Class 1 railroads.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and oversight of construction management and design consultants.
• Supervise deputy construction managers and resident engineers.
• Prepare cost estimates for construction activities.

Skills

Project management

Construction oversight

Cost estimation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID: 292484

Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

Work Location: Riverside, CA

Salary Range: $105,000 - $160,200 annually (Determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

San Francisco, CA Positions: A 10% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in San Jose, CA, and San Francisco, CA, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.

Project Overview

Bechtel has been providing program, project, and construction management services to the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) for 37 years. The project team supports RCTC in implementing "Measure A," the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), Sustainable Communities Strategy (SCS), and other adopted plans and programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. The goal is to enhance mobility, improve quality of life, promote operational excellence, and foster economic vitality for Riverside County residents.

This team manages the planning, environmental clearance, design, and construction of projects on the state highway system under California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) oversight, following Caltrans' standards and procedures. They also oversee commuter and freight rail lines, working with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Southern California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA), Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF), and Union Pacic Railroad (UP), adhering to their respective standards. In this role, you will collaborate with a dynamic team of global industry professionals to support the project team.

Job Summary

Responsible for the organization and direction of engineering and construction personnel and activities relating to construction engineering, construction management consultants, subcontracts, and engineering liaison to the design consultants. Provide oversight to construction management consultants and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. Provides construction oversight in a wide range of construction engineering and design functions relating to highways, rail, and active transportation projects throughout Riverside County.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement, selection, and oversight of construction management and design consultants for capital and toll projects - highway, rail, and active transportation.
• Supervise deputy construction managers and consultant resident engineers.
• Develops and recommends the construction engineering organization for approval by the RCTC Construction Manager and prepares employee requisitions.
• Coordinates with engineering on constructability and design issues. Establishes a Design/Field Engineering working relationship and lines of communication with the Project Engineer including agreement on engineering deliverables. Responsible for reviewing Engineer's quantity take-offs, control, reporting, and forecasting.
• Directs preparation of cost estimates for construction activities and coordinates the preparation of cost reports, forecast, and progress reports. Reviews and provides input to project controls documents on progress relating to cost and schedule.
• Plans and recommends procedures to be implemented by field engineers to ensure construction operations are within requirements of engineering design and specifications.
• Directs the maintenance of construction engineering records for job history. Supervises the receiving, distribution, and filing of plans and specifications.
• Works with customer's resident engineering and operating personnel to coordinate construction activities.
• Administers assigned subcontracts to ensure completeness and that they are up to date.
• Coordinates with the Resident Engineer on contract administration and activities affecting the contract administration operation.
• Administers major subcontract changes and represents the RCTC in major contractual discussions and negotiations as requested by the client.
• Performs employee reviews for direct reports and assists in their development and progressive training.
• Assesses needs and develops Field Engineering Training Plan for the project.
• Reviews and provides input to the project staffing plan for construction engineers and associated personnel.
• Ensures the implementation of project environmental control plan(s) as required.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in delivery management capacity on highways and or Class 1 railway projects.
• Experience with coordinating and interfacing with Class 1 railroads.
• Prior experience supervising and administering subcontractors and consultants, preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Licensed civil engineer in the state of California, preferred but not required.
• Certified Resident Engineer by Caltrans, preferred but not required.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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].