Field Superintendent - Rigging
Bechtel Global Corporation, Cheyenne, WY, United States
Working Conditions
Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Cheyenne, WY, Various Work Locations USA
Project Overview The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team has signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. The Project is of significant scale and complexity, and our team is helping the customer progress with early‑stage development that will lead to the start of full EPC delivery this year.
Job Summary The Rigging Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing operations within the cranes & rigging discipline, including overseeing cranes & rigging craft professionals, subordinate supervisors, and other assigned personnel. #LI-SM2
Major Responsibilities
Provide ES&H leadership to personnel assigned to their department, including preparation and implementation of safety procedures and leading Bechtel and subcontractor safety meetings.
Ensure that all crane and rigging operations comply with applicable Bechtel procedures, OSHA standards, federal, state, county and local regulations, customer and project‑specific requirements.
Engage in development of relevant Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Manage all site cranes during operation per processes and procedure requirements regarding safe usage, site relocation, assembly/disassembly of telescopic RT‑AT and lattice boom crawler cranes, safe rig‑up and safe raising‑lowering of long‑boom cranes, proper set‑up, proper usage and site ground‑bearing conditions for crane pads.
May manage site COEs (crane operator examiners) and crane operator qualification program including crane operator certifications, state licenses and medical certificate verifications.
Ensure that assigned personnel are properly qualified for their tasks, trained, competent and aware of their responsibilities, and are complying with all applicable standards, requirements and safe practices.
Inspect site for unsafe conditions and practices and take appropriate corrective action to correct breaches.
Coordinate safety training and enforce safe work practices at all times in conjunction with the Environmental Safety and Health.
Review and approve subcontractor equipment/personnel mobilization and demobilization.
Plan the manpower and equipment required to execute the job.
Monitor the activities of craft professionals to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
Interface with Labor/Industrial Relations for craft recruitment and training programs.
Education and Experience Requirements
Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8‑10 years of relevant experience or 12‑14 years of relevant work experience.
Heavy industrial direct‑hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging equipment and hardware.
Ability to develop a 3‑week look‑ahead schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified rigger/signal person (NCCCO, NCCCER or equivalent).
Certified crane operator (NCCCO, NCCER or equivalent).
Qualified OSHA crane inspector.
Qualified crane A/D Director.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
Excellent communication and problem‑solving ability.
Ability to read and interpret crane manufacturer’s operator manual and load charts.
Additional Information Work includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections requiring extensive walking, climbing ladders, scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, uneven surfaces and small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk in 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.).
Total Rewards/Benefits Bechtel offers robust benefits designed to ensure employees thrive, including career development programs, programs to enhance culture, and time to recharge. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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
acesstmt@bechtel.com .
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Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Cheyenne, WY, Various Work Locations USA
Project Overview The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team has signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. The Project is of significant scale and complexity, and our team is helping the customer progress with early‑stage development that will lead to the start of full EPC delivery this year.
Job Summary The Rigging Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing operations within the cranes & rigging discipline, including overseeing cranes & rigging craft professionals, subordinate supervisors, and other assigned personnel. #LI-SM2
Major Responsibilities
Provide ES&H leadership to personnel assigned to their department, including preparation and implementation of safety procedures and leading Bechtel and subcontractor safety meetings.
Ensure that all crane and rigging operations comply with applicable Bechtel procedures, OSHA standards, federal, state, county and local regulations, customer and project‑specific requirements.
Engage in development of relevant Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
Manage all site cranes during operation per processes and procedure requirements regarding safe usage, site relocation, assembly/disassembly of telescopic RT‑AT and lattice boom crawler cranes, safe rig‑up and safe raising‑lowering of long‑boom cranes, proper set‑up, proper usage and site ground‑bearing conditions for crane pads.
May manage site COEs (crane operator examiners) and crane operator qualification program including crane operator certifications, state licenses and medical certificate verifications.
Ensure that assigned personnel are properly qualified for their tasks, trained, competent and aware of their responsibilities, and are complying with all applicable standards, requirements and safe practices.
Inspect site for unsafe conditions and practices and take appropriate corrective action to correct breaches.
Coordinate safety training and enforce safe work practices at all times in conjunction with the Environmental Safety and Health.
Review and approve subcontractor equipment/personnel mobilization and demobilization.
Plan the manpower and equipment required to execute the job.
Monitor the activities of craft professionals to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.
Interface with Labor/Industrial Relations for craft recruitment and training programs.
Education and Experience Requirements
Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8‑10 years of relevant experience or 12‑14 years of relevant work experience.
Heavy industrial direct‑hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging equipment and hardware.
Ability to develop a 3‑week look‑ahead schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified rigger/signal person (NCCCO, NCCCER or equivalent).
Certified crane operator (NCCCO, NCCER or equivalent).
Qualified OSHA crane inspector.
Qualified crane A/D Director.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
Excellent communication and problem‑solving ability.
Ability to read and interpret crane manufacturer’s operator manual and load charts.
Additional Information Work includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections requiring extensive walking, climbing ladders, scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, uneven surfaces and small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk in 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.).
Total Rewards/Benefits Bechtel offers robust benefits designed to ensure employees thrive, including career development programs, programs to enhance culture, and time to recharge. Learn more at bechtel.com/total-rewards.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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
acesstmt@bechtel.com .
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