Senior Crane & Rigging Project Lead

Bechtel Global Corporation; Town of Clay (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is leading the design, construction, and commissioning of a semiconductor fabrication facility in Clay, NY. The role supervises a team providing rigging and heavy-haul engineering support for a large project.

You will review transport studies, specify equipment, and develop strategies for project management while ensuring qualified personnel and safe crane operations to meet project scopes and schedules.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree and 10–17 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret crane operator manuals and load charts.
• Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging equipment and hardware.
• Ability to develop 3-week look-ahead schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provides oversight & supervision to subordinates and subcontractors.
• Coordinates with Superintendents and Lead Project Rigging Engineer to validate manpower requirements.
• Reviews weekly work plans to ensure rigging resources with proper qualifications.
• Ensures scheduling concerns are identified and escalated.
• Provides ES&H leadership including safety procedures and meetings.
• Ensures crane and rigging operations comply with Bechtel procedures and regulations.
• Develops and reviews Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Manages site cranes during operation and safe rigging practices.
• Manages crane operator qualifications, licenses, and medical verifications.
• Ensures personnel are trained, qualified, and aware of safety responsibilities.
• Inspects site for unsafe conditions and takes corrective actions.
• Coordinates safety training with Environmental Safety and Health.
• Reviews subcontractor equipment and personnel mobilization/demobilization.
• Plans manpower and equipment for project execution.
• Monitors craft progress for compliance with specs and schedules.
• Interfaces with Labor/Industrial Relations for recruitment and training.
• Performs employee reviews and identifies training opportunities.
• Reviews craft time records using automated tools.

Skills

Heavy rigging

Team leadership

Project coordination

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent)

Job description

Bechtel Global Corporation is leading the design, construction, and commissioning of a semiconductor fabrication facility in Clay, NY. The role supervises a team providing rigging and heavy-haul engineering support for a large project.

You will review transport studies, specify equipment, and develop strategies for project management while ensuring qualified personnel and safe crane operations to meet project scopes and schedules.