Requisition ID: 250019

Requisition Posting End Date: 03/22/2022

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, and Mining & Metals markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel are our values - ethics, safety, quality, people, culture, relationships, innovation and sustainability, and our covenants - integrity, respect, collaboration, trust, and delivery. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.

What we offer

At Bechtel we offer a competitive salary package with the opportunity for flexible working to achieve greater work-life balance. Employee wellbeing is at the centre of our business promoted though private health cover and access to a leading employee assistance program. Bechtel is committed to offering you the benefits and resources to live healthy lives.

Project Overview

Bechtel, a global leader in project management, engineering, procurement and construction, has been selected by Western Sydney Airport Co as its Delivery Partner for the Western Sydney Airport, a $5.3 billion greenfield facility in Badgerys Creek, New South Wales. This will be a landmark project for both New South Wales and Australia and is due for completion at the end of 2026.

Western Sydney Airport will provide much-needed additional aviation capacity to meet growing demand in the Sydney basin and improve access to flights for people in Western Sydney. One of Australia's most significant infrastructure projects in decades, the international and domestic airport will open in 2026, bringing social and economic prosperity to the Western Sydney region. Learn more about this exciting project at the following: .

Position Overview

The Package Field Engineer Electrical and Fire Life Services will directly report to the Area Manager MEP for the Terminal Package. Attend weekly Contractor progress meetings between Contractors, Subcontractors, WSA Delivery Partner (DP), and WSACo.

Interface with WSADP Engineering, WASDP Construction Interface and WSADP Contract Management teams to ensure Electrical and Fire Life Services delivery priorities for the Terminal package are maintained and review quality documentation, quantity verification,schedules and costs.

Input, review and expedite trend estimates for items extending beyond the current scope of project prepared by WSADP Project Controls.

Working as a Representative of Bechtel as WSA's Delivery Partner the Package Field Engineer will report on quality, quantity and technical aspects of the Terminal package or portions of a package, maintain regular WSA contact for progress of work, exchange of information and advice.

What you bring

Provide input into the Area Manager monthly quality, quantity and technical reviews as required.

Provide input into the project procedures for construction, as required.

Coordinate engineering efforts with Site Manager, Area Manager, Procurement, Construction, Environmental Safety and Health (ES&H) and Project Controls when required.

Review design documents, change orders, material requisitions and specifications for construction associated with the Contractor's scope of works.

Review the flow of information required from third party companies or D & C Contractors to facilitate the timely progress of the engineering work.

Assist with requests for specialized third-party professional services as required.

Initiate WSADP and WSACo correspondence related to the engineering portion of the contract package.

Review project engineering progress, quality records and quantity verification against approved schedules, evaluate changes and advise corrective action when required.

Bring both cost and schedule changes/deviations to the attention of the Area Manager MEP for inclusion in the project Critical Items Action Report, Project Trend Register, weekly and monthly reports.

Provide input into Daily Reports and assist with project weekly and monthly reporting to management.

Assist with the preparation of project studies, reports and forecasts when required.

Provide input to Technical Risk Assessments, safety practices and procedures, and engineering design as required.

Communicate technical issues and recommend solutions as required.

Promote the creation of a project work environment, supported by leadership on the project / program, which fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Participate with regular performance reviews in accordance with approved procedures and holds career development discussions with employees under their control.

Review of Contractor quality systems including Contractor Hold Points, RFI and NCR, management systems.

About you

Technical knowledge of engineering systems, engineering calculations, applications of engineering methods and materials and applications of building information modelling, 3-D computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) to engineering problems.

Proficient knowledge of project construction processes and procedures.

Sound working knowledge of Contract Management.

Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved and current knowledge of new methods of design and construction.

Advanced skill in oral and written communication.

A recognized degree in Engineering from an accredited university and demonstrated skill in Field Engineering.

Must have strong Electrical and Fire Life Services specific experience

13+ years of Field Engineering experience on large construction projects (experience in the management of construction, Field Engineering or Design Engineering for major Infrastructure or Aviation Projects is an advantage)

Sound working knowledge of Australian Standards and Australian Government specifications and codes

Sound working knowledge on Building occupancy certification process.

Working knowledge on the testing, commissioning, and handing over of the Electrical and Fire Life Services is preferred.

Our commitment

Bechtel's commit us to the ideals of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust among others. These values help define our culture and the positive impact we aspire to make in the world through our people and projects. At our project sites and offices, we have many colleagues from different nationalities, religions, and backgrounds working together to accomplish amazing things.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military, or veteran, marital or disability status.

Candidates will be appropriately qualified, demonstrate a strong safety focus and value the development and maintenance of client relationships. Sound communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment are essential.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with global opportunities, then this could be the role for you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, so don't delay in getting your application in to join the Bechtel team on Western Sydney Airport!

Please note: Right to Work in Australia is required.

Shaping tomorrow together

Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we've completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live.

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.

In accordance with Bechtel's duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace for our employees and to safeguard the health of our families, customers, and visitors, we have adopted mandatory COVID-19 safety protocols for each work location, which may include a vaccination or testing requirement. Please speak with your Bechtel recruiter to determine which protocols apply to the work location for the job you are seeking.