Bechtel Corporation · 5 days ago
Rigging Field Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$123K/yr - $178K/yr
5+ years expBechtel Corporation is a global leader in the construction industry, known for delivering successful projects worldwide. The Rigging Field Engineer will support the preparation of lifting plans for mechanical equipment and ensure that operations comply with project specifications and schedules.
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Responsibilities
Define scope of work for subcontract packages and work with contracts group to form heavy haul and heavy lift subcontract packages. Prepares technical specifications for bid packages
Prepares rigging plans, calculations, and specifications for rigging material and lift equipment
Monitors compliance of rigging operations with approved rigging plans and applicable codes
Assesses and plans crane and heavy transport requirements and assists in the preparation of the Construction Equipment Schedule (CES) and budgets
Serves as a point of contact for preparation of lift and haul plans
Assists the Rigging Superintendent (RS) by providing the design support necessary for the rigging plan development
Monitors general project rigging work operations to ensure rigging is performed in accordance with approved rigging plans
Reviews and approves heavy or oversize/overweight haul plans and medium, critical, or heavy lift plans (including subcontract rigging submittals) in accordance with procedures prior to the start of the work
Selects crane(s), lifting hardware, and equipment necessary for safe work execution of medium, heavy, and critical lifts
Provides operational and technical direction to rigging crews and to assigned construction engineers and construction personnel, including craft, regarding rigging-related construction processes, procedures, and requirements. May provide operational guidance to senior management team
Maintains contact with engineering regarding plant layout, foundation design, vessel/module designs, provision for lifting, and verification of the suitability of imposed loadings
Works closely with area superintendent and field engineering regarding constructability, construction equipment requirements (including crane sizes and locations), scheduling, ground preparations and temporary facilities (including crane pads and haul routes), required site sterilization, crane layout, and sequencing. Plans lifts, sequence work, and direct and approve lift plans
Qualification
Required
Required bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience
Extensive working knowledge of rigging planning and execution standards and requirements
Technical knowledge and experience in construction engineering in the use of lifting equipment, alternative heavy lifting systems, mobile gantries, jacking, tailing, rigging equipment, and load distribution systems, including an understanding of transport/transfer of equipment, soil mechanics, and structural steel design
Thorough knowledge of construction activities as they relate to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration
Knowledge and understanding of environmental, safety and health requirements on heavy-industrial construction projects
Knowledge in the administration and use of subcontracts; ability to interpret and understand contractor/subcontractors' responsibilities contained in subcontract documents
Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces
Some lifting may be required
Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress)
Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.)
Preferred
Experience in supervising personnel and administering subcontractors preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
Generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
Nine paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Discretionary bonuses
A well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
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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
Craig Albert
President & Chief Operating Officer
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