Senior Architectural Field Lead – Construction

Bechtel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is seeking a senior architectural field engineering lead for a major API facility project in Houston, TX. You will supervise Architectural Field Engineers, drive planning, materials management, and quality turnover to ensure installations meet design intent and project requirements.

You will coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP teams, and subcontractors while maintaining safety and adherence to the Zero Accident Philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years for senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Architectural Field Engineers, provide technical direction and coaching.
• Oversee development of construction drawings, field instructions, and methods.
• Coordinate planning, scoping, materials readiness, sequencing, and field execution.
• Manage material withdrawals, POs, quantity takeoffs, and tracking of finishes.
• Lead coordination with architects, structural/MEP engineers and subcontractors to resolve issues.
• Review inspection plans, coordinate tests, ensure quality verification and turnover readiness.
• Ensure Zero Accident Philosophy and safety compliance on site.

Skills

Architectural knowledge

Leadership

Field engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bechtel is seeking a senior architectural field engineering lead for a major API facility project in Houston, TX. You will supervise Architectural Field Engineers, drive planning, materials management, and quality turnover to ensure installations meet design intent and project requirements.

You will coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP teams, and subcontractors while maintaining safety and adherence to the Zero Accident Philosophy.