Job Description

Requisition ID: 295261  

•   Relocation Authorized: National - Family  
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework  
• Work Location: Sugar Land, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . 

Job Summary:

The BEO Rigging Field Operations Superintendent is based to Bechtel Equipment Operations, Inc. (BEO) and provides operational and technical direction to Bechtel Rigging Superintendents, assigned construction personnel, and craft regarding rigging-related construction processes, procedures, and requirements across the Bechtel project portfolio. As a recognized subject matter expert in crane and rigging supervision and planning, this position serves as a core resource for project crane and rigging organizations, supporting execution from early mobilization through demobilization, and reinforcing consistent application of Bechtel rigging standards globally. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

Project Operations and Field Support

• Provide ES&H leadership across Bechtel crane and rigging field operations, promoting the Zero Accident Philosophy. Support project safety procedures, including stand-downs, toolbox talks, Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), and Field-Level Hazard Assessments (FLHA) for rigging activities.
• Ensure crane and rigging operations comply with Bechtel and regional procedures. Serve as a subject matter expert in rigging supervision and planning, offering guidance to project teams and supervision personnel.
• Support projects by filling temporary Rigging Superintendent or Manager roles when needed. Provide in-person support during early project mobilization, including review of rigging execution plans, mobilization readiness, equipment, and craft qualification programs.
• Conduct site reviews of crane and rigging operations to identify gaps against Bechtel standards and support corrective actions through to closure. Coordinate with subcontractors on specialized lifting and transport activities, including review of lift plans, method statements, and qualification documentation.

Workforce, Training, and Organizational Development

• Support and strengthen Bechtel’s core group of Rigging Superintendents. Collaborate with projects to source, screen, and assign qualified personnel for rigging supervision and training roles, maintaining a pipeline aligned with project needs.
• Provide input on staffing decisions, performance reviews, and development of training curricula, qualification frameworks, and craft competency programs. Recommend improvements to policies and procedures impacting the rigging organization and broader community of practice.

Industry Involvement

• Engage with industry associations and regulatory bodies to promote safer rigging practices. Stay informed on advancements in lifting equipment, rigging systems, and transport solutions to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Represent Bechtel on industry committees and working groups (e.g., ASME B30, WSTDA, NCCCO, AWRF), as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or 10+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree. Preferred 10+ years of supervisory experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in rigging supervision.
• Prefer NCCCO certifications (or equivalent), including Rigger Level II, Signal Person, and Crane Operator
• Prefer a Certified OSHA crane inspector with experience serving as Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) Director for mobile cranes.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver rigging training programs and craft qualification initiatives.
• Experience working with crane OEMs and heavy lift/heavy transport subcontractors.
• Proficiency in standard computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, databases).
• Previous experience as a Lead Rigging Superintendent or Rigging Manager on a heavy industrial direct-hire construction project (LNG, oil/gas, refinery, petrochemical, mining/minerals processing, power generation, or nuclear). 
• Recognized industry expert understanding and experience in the use of heavy lift cranes (lattice boom crawlers, RT-AT telescopic cranes, tower cranes); specialized cranes and alternative heavy lifting systems (gantries, jacking-and-skidding systems, SPMTs); tailing techniques and equipment; rigging hardware and below-the-hook lifting devices; transport/transfer of equipment; marine works; soil mechanics and ground bearing pressure; load distribution systems; and structural design including ASME B30.20 and BTH-1. 
• Working knowledge of ASME B30.5 (Mobile and Locomotive Cranes), B30.9 (Slings), B30.10 (Hooks), B30.20 (Below-the-Hook Lifting Devices), B30.23 (Personnel Lifting Systems), and B30.26 (Rigging Hardware); OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC and Subpart H; and other applicable industry codes and standards. 

Additional Information

• Ability to perform field inspections, including extensive walking on construction sites in varying conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolding, working at heights, on uneven surfaces, and in confined spaces. Some lifting may be required.
• Must be able to safely enter and exit project sites and use required PPE.
• Requires frequent domestic travel and potential international travel on short notice to support project and equipment operations.

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.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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  acesstmt@bechtel.com

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