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Construction General Superintendent

Employer:	Bechtel Corp.
Job Location:	Santiago , Chile
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Industry Type:	Design Build Firms- EPC
Job Description:	Assigned to a field construction organization in a supervisory or managerial position. Responsible for the organization and direction of construction and related activities within assigned area of responsibility, which may be a single area, multi-area or a multi- discipline construction project. May be the primary client contact for all jobsite activities, or may coordinate with client? resident representatives on jobsite activities within assigned area of operations. Responsibilities are to ensure assigned jobsite operations are in compliance with design/specifications, completion on schedule, within budget and to quality standards. On a large project, coordinates multi-discipline craft activities within a specific area of the project, or all related crafts of a single discipline covering one or more areas of the project. Provides back-up support to the Field Superintendent and/or Field Construction Manager. On a medium-sized project, coordinates and directs construction installation activities of the project. Directs the lead personnel of the operating sections, i.e., Construction Engineering, Quality Control and Supervision. Provides on-site Bechtel representation to client personnel. 1. Responsible for jobsite operations including onsite activities of Bechtel, subcontractors, suppliers, clients and their representatives and others as may be assigned within area of responsibility. 2. Responsible for the field workforce organization to ensure the jobsite organization is comprised of qualified and knowledgeable personnel, and ensures effective personnel utilization. 3. Establishes, coordinates and implements construction schedules, manning charts, and material and equipment requirements. 4. Controls jobsite expenditures in assigned area for labor, equipment, material and services and ensures field operations are within budget. 5. Responsible for overall supervision of personnel in assigned area of responsibility. 6. Ensures performance evaluations are conducted on assigned personnel and counseling programs are maintained. 7. Ensures subordinate personnel receive progressive training to enable them to assume additional responsibilities. 8. Responsible for craft resources as assigned and coordinates the activities with designated manager and corporate craft resources department. 9. Administers a security plan and coordinates the activities with corporate security department. 10. Responsible for administration of assigned area(s) contractual activities. Participates in contracts and subcontracts negotiations. 11. Plans and implements procedures to ensure construction operations are continuously adhering to engineering designs, specifications, quality standards, schedules and budget. 12. Responsible for coordination of construction operations to ensure they coincide with the overall established schedules. 13. Maintains relationships with the client and their representatives, as assigned. 14. Ensures that Bechtel and local/national regulatory safety codes, requirements and standards are being complied with in assigned area of responsibility. Ensures the Zero Accident Philosophy is incorporated into all aspects of construction operations. Actively participates in scheduled safety meetings. 15. Implements Six Sigma tools, analysis, and decision-making in the executive of duties. 16. Performs general administrative functions inherent in jobsite supervisory positions. 17. Ensures corporate policies and procedures are fully implemented. Establishes field procedures and objectives within corporate policies and procedures, as necessitated by conditions at a jobsite. REQUIREMENTS: Must be fluent in written and spoken Spanish. Spanish speaking ability is essential as well as Latin American experience. Must have experience on large mining projects, copper concentrators desirable. Knowledge of all phases of construction operations relating to field activities of engineering disciplines, construction technologies and jobsite management. Knowledge of Bechtel's Zero Accident Philosophy. Knowledge of the Project ES&H Handbook, the Supervisors ES&H Manual, the Project Safety Management Plan and the Bechtel Core Processes. Knowledge of the Project Construction Environmental Control Plan. Knowledge of the Six Sigma program tools and methodologies. Knowledge is normally acquired through: A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline, or Specialized courses in construction management, and/or Prior work experience leading to a thorough understanding of the knowledge described above.
Company Description:	The Bechtel group of companies is a global leader in engineering, construction, and project management. With 40 offices worldwide and projects in nearly 50 nations, Bechtel offers challenging careers in power; mining and metals; civil infrastructure; government services; communications; and oil, gas, and chemicals. Bechtel has worked on some of the most complex projects in history and has been the top-ranked U.S. contractor for eleven straight years. No job is too big or too tough for us and we are looking for skilled individuals who feel the same way. Bechtel Group, Inc. is one of the worlds premier engineering, construction, and project management companies, with 1,000 current projects in more than 60 countries and a workforce of 50,000. Bechtel has played an important role in the industrial development and economic growth of Quebec since 1960, completing a wide range of projects, including world-class aluminum smelters and the massive James Bay hydroelectric project. Bechtels experience in Canada dates to 1949 and includes major mining and metallurgical plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, pipelines, pulp and paper mills, and hydro projects. Bechtel has been family-led and privately held since its founding in 1898.