Project Field Superintendent
Bechtel Corporation
full-time
Indiana | Reston, Virginia
Posted 10/22/2026
Job Description
<p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Requisition ID: 299773</strong></span></span></p><ul type="disc"><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Relocation Authorized: National - Family</span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project </span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Work Location: Fairbanks Township, IN, Reston, VA</span></strong></span></li><li><strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Salary Range: 159,700 - 231,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)</span></span></strong></li></ul><div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">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. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">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. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">Core to Bechtel is our <a href="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/"><span style="text-decoration:none">Vision, Values and Commitments</span></a>. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE"><span style="text-decoration:none">extraordinary teams building inspiring projects</span></a> in our <a href="https://impact.bechtel.com/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank" title="https://impact.bechtel.com/"><span style="text-decoration:none">Impact Report</span></a>. </span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Project Overview:</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are looking for top talent to join the expanding Bechtel Renewables & Clean Power business line to deliver the latest in our long-term portfolio of natural gas fired combined cycle power projects. This Project is a nominal 640MW single unit that will provide consistent electrical power to the regional grid. Bechtel is currently supporting our customer to define the scope and design basis for the Project which will utilize advanced gas turbine technology to deliver reliable and responsive electric power generation. The position will initially be based in the Reston, VA office (single status) to support preconstruction and project planning activities, followed by a long‑term field assignment at the project site in Sullivan County, Indiana upon mobilization.</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Job Summary:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Project Field Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing craft operations for the project. You will have direct contact and coordination with the local trade unions and will be responsible for maintaining those relationships. They will supervise and direct Craft activities, subordinate superintendents, and others, as assigned. They will ensure assigned construction operations and subcontractors’ performance is in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budget. They will perform general functions inherent in all supervisory field positions. <span style="color: azure;">#LI-KL1 </span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Major Responsibilities:</b></H2> </div><div><p><strong>Leadership/Supervision</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Proactively engages with their team's development through CPM, Competency development/assessment, and feedback.</li><li>Supervises and directs craft activities, subordinate superintendents, and others, as assigned.</li><li>Provides input and recommendations to the proposal team in support of project logistics, temporary infrastructure, and workflow management to support the development of the project site infrastructure and associated distributable.</li><li>Reviews and supports the development of FNM staffing requirements to establish a complete and efficient staffing profile for the project's construction phase.</li><li>Provides advice and guidance required to ensure successful craft management has been fully addressed in the site management strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Planning / Productivity</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Determines workforce requirements.</li><li>Prepares reports and forecasts, including summary of construction progress, craft personnel forecasts, and expenditures forecast.</li></ul><p><strong>Tools, Materials & Equipment</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Monitors tool and equipment usage on the site.</li><li>Prepares Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the crafts have the tools they require to be productive.</li><li>Supports the review and recommendations for tools and equipment during the proposal phase, including reviews with BED to address project execution planning requirements.</li><li>Monitors tool and equipment usage on the site.</li><li>Prepares Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the crafts have the tools they require to be productive. Safety & Quality.</li><li>Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors' performance are in compliance with specifications responsible for the implementation of corporate/project policies, procedures, and instructions within assigned operations.</li><li>Monitors work activities and ensures the quality of work performed.</li><li>Develop and own the project’s Construction Equipment Schedule.</li></ul><p><strong>Technical</strong></p><ul type="disc"><li>Works with Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents.</li><li>Coordinates engineering solutions with Subcontractors, Foremen, and Craft Professionals.</li><li>Works with the assigned construction representative and the wider proposal team to review, develop, or produce documentation to support proposal deliverables.</li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Education and Experience Requirements:</b></H2> </div><div><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.</span></span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Required Knowledge and Skills:</b></H2> </div><div><ul type="disc"><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Established performance capabilities as a Lead Discipline Superintendent, Area Field Superintendent, or Project Field Superintendent.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Detailed knowledge of combined cycle power projects and the challenges therein, ideally having participated in 3+ past projects.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A clear communicator, able to articulate challenges and strategies to address risk and improve performance.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience in the management of US based direct-hire projects. Knowledge of union based projects and execution desirable.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A knowledge of points of execution risk for combined cycle power projects.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A desire to implement strategies to improve project performance.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Possessing an open and approachable character, willing to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders during the development stage.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Direct experience in executing or managing multiple disciplines (i.e. Civil, Piping, Electrical, l&C, etc.).</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Previous knowledge of applicable codes and standards associated with power plants (ASME Section I, ASME B31.1, ACI, NFPA 70E, etc).</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Total Rewards/Benefits:</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">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 <a href="https://www.bechtel.com/about/life-at-bechtel/total-rewards/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline">Bechtel Total Rewards</a></span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Diverse teams build the extraordinary:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">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.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">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. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHQGhaeRJsU">Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.</a></span></span></p></div></div></div><p style="text-align:center"> </p><p style="text-align:center"><em><strong><span style="font-size:8.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with 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, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components</span></span></strong></em></p><p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:6.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><em style="font-style:italic"><span style="color:#3f3f3f">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 </span></em></strong><a href="mailto:acesstmt@bechtel.com"><strong style="font-weight:bold">acesstmt@bechtel.com</strong></a></span></span></p>
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Location
Indiana | Reston, Virginia
Category
Civil / Site
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