Security Program Lead for Major Construction Project

Bechtel Global Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is seeking a Security Manager for a Houston, TX project. You will lead the security program across site and offices, directing strategies, policies, and contracted services to ensure safety and compliance on a large-scale EPC project.

You will coordinate with law enforcement, respond to incidents, and implement training for the project workforce while protecting sensitive information and assets throughout the lifecycle of the program.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree with 8+ years leading security teams.
• Experience in security programs, risk assessment, budgeting, and contract oversight.
• English proficiency required; Spanish language skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Leads the project security program across project site and offices.
• Directs the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security strategies, criteria, policies, and procedures.
• Oversees and administers contracted site security services, ensuring KPI targets and contractual requirements are met.
• Provides direction to security personnel and coordinates with the guard service provider.
• Monitors security operations, audits performance, and evaluates KPIs against standards and laws.
• Develops security awareness and training tailored to project workforce needs.
• Establishes relationships with law enforcement and intelligence providers for threat monitoring.
• Conducts security risk assessments, investigations, and audits impacting assets.
• Supports emergency preparedness and incident response planning on remote-site environments.
• Represents security in project meetings with clients and authorities.
• Protects sensitive information through controls on internal data and reports.

Skills

Security management

Security planning

Contract oversight

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Spanish skills

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Access control systems

Surveillance systems

Security technologies

Job description

Bechtel Global Corporation is seeking a Security Manager for a Houston, TX project. You will lead the security program across site and offices, directing strategies, policies, and contracted services to ensure safety and compliance on a large-scale EPC project.

You will coordinate with law enforcement, respond to incidents, and implement training for the project workforce while protecting sensitive information and assets throughout the lifecycle of the program.