Workface Planner

Bechtel Global Corporation; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Bechtel Global Corporation is looking for a Workface Planner in Chandler, AZ. This role requires a bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of relevant experience in construction or project planning. You will be responsible for managing Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and ensuring effective coordination across teams to drive productivity and improve project execution.

Join us to tackle challenging projects and contribute to our commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement. Robust benefits and opportunities for growth await you!

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and manage Installation Work Packages (IWPs).
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Maintain planning data and schedules.
• Analyze project metrics and provide recommendations.

Skills

Experience in construction, field engineering, or project planning environments

Understanding of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) principles

Strong understanding of construction planning, scheduling, and execution processes

Experience with project controls and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6

Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams

Skilled in analyzing project data and implementing solutions

Ability to work in field environments

Support continuous improvement initiatives

Promote safe work practices

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent

8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of work experience without degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Details

• Requisition ID: 296123
• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Chandler, AZ

Project Overview

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, electric vehicle, and datacenter markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Job Summary

The Workface Planner serves as a key contributor to construction planning and execution, coordinating workface planning efforts to support safe, efficient, and predictable project delivery. This role partners with engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractor teams to develop, implement, and maintain Installation Work Packages (IWPs) and Advance Work Packaging (AWP) processes. The Workface Planner also contributes to Continuous Workface Effectiveness (CWE) initiatives, supporting the identification and removal of constraints and driving productivity improvements across project teams.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and manage Installation Work Packages (IWPs), including scoping, sequencing, and updating work packages based on project progression.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to identify and remove constraints impacting execution.
• Interface with field engineering, supervision, and subcontractors to align priorities and ensure effective work package delivery.
• Maintain planning data and schedules in project systems and ensure alignment with project milestones.
• Analyze project metrics and provide recommendations to improve workface planning effectiveness.
• Support implementation of Construction Workface Effectiveness (CWE) programs, tools, and initiatives.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure consistent understanding of scope, priorities, and execution plans.
• Identify planning gaps and proactively collaborate across teams to resolve issues and improve execution.
• Contribute to development and delivery of training and learning programs related to workface planning and AWP processes.

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 in lieu of degree.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in construction, field engineering, or project planning environments.
• Understanding of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) principles and lifecycle (preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction planning, scheduling, and execution processes.
• Experience with project controls and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or similar systems.
• Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Skilled in analyzing project data, identifying risks, and implementing solutions.
• Ability to work in field environments and comply with site safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to productivity, planning, and execution.
• Assist with development of training materials and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Promote safe work practices and integration of safety into all planning activities.

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.com/total-rewards.

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].