Bechtel Corporation · 7 hours ago
Natrium, Lead Construction Automation Engineer
Kemmerer, WY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBechtel Corporation is a global leader in engineering and construction, and they are seeking a Lead Construction Automation Engineer for their Natrium project in Kemmerer, WY. The role involves implementing and maintaining construction automation tools, supporting project management, and ensuring successful deployment of innovative concepts and processes.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Implement and maintain construction automation tools in alignment with the Project Automation Plan and BSAP standards
Administer and support SQL and Oracle databases related to construction automation systems
Customize and support construction applications and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, SSRS, BookBuilder, ModelBuilder, Syncro4D, xFighter Suite) to meet project reporting and field execution requirements
Develop and maintain workflows, forms, templates, dashboards, and discipline-specific construction automation reports for multiple management levels
Prepare Software Quality Assurance (SQA) documentation including test plans, migration plans, job aids, and new release documentation prior to deployment
Serve as the construction automation superuser throughout Construction, Commissioning, and Turnover phases
Coordinate with functional automation teams and IT to support application compliance, system access, and user account setup
Provide application training and ongoing user support, responding to technical issues, questions, and enhancement requests
Monitor contractor and supplier compliance with construction automation tools and data standards
Manage automation output data and prepare construction performance reports, metrics, trackers, and performance curves using leading and lagging indicators
Support Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) by integrating construction data into field execution and turnover systems
Facilitate data flow through Construction Turnover into Commissioning and Startup systems
Lead or support implementation of innovative automation platforms to enable real-time logistics and construction program management
Maintain automation-related inputs within project plans, procedures, and execution strategies
Collect, analyze, and incorporate user feedback to drive continuous improvement of automation tools and processes
Develop and maintain effective working relationships across integrated project teams, contractors, and third-party stakeholders
Produce regular status reports and dashboards to support project leadership and decision-making
Contribute to the development of new concepts, approaches, and solutions supporting digital construction execution and future digital supply chain systems
Qualification
Required
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
Must possess the right to work and remain in the US without sponsorship
Must be able to obtain a site security badge for access to the worksite
Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces
A self-starter, highly motivated, requiring little supervision, and able to work well in a team environment
Experience in digital delivery of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Projects, and Management of Project Information in a digital delivery environment
Experience customizing the Bechtel Standard Applications such as TeamWorks, SetRoute, WITS, BookBuilder, ModelBuilder, xFighters, Construction Unifier, eTrack, Smart® Completions, BPS, Synchro 4D, and Navisworks to specific project requirements
Experience integrating and extracting data from automation tools for use by project stakeholders
Excellent oral and written communication, planning, and organizational skills
Able to take on additional responsibilities, maximize efficiency, manage priorities
Sound knowledge base of environmental, safety and health compliance standards required on government projects
Able to provide clear and precise verbal and written communications with project teams to ensure automation tools 'talk' across interfaces
Experience developing and customizing SQL, SSRS, and PowerBl reports and dashboards to support specific project needs
Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret structural/mechanical/electrical construction drawings
Strong understanding of change management and configuration control processes
Working knowledge of the Bechtel Nuclear Work Process Procedures (NWPPs) and the related Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)
Knowledge and experience of DOE, DOD, and/or commercial nuclear construction projects
Knowledge of Bechtel's 'Zero Accidents' safety program
Recent experience working in a Bechtel Construction Automation role
Benefits
Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive
Advancing careers
Delivering programs to enhance our culture
Providing time to recharge
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M
Leadership Team
Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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