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Director of Investments

Bechtel Corporation, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Overview Bechtel’s Treasury organization supports the company’s business by managing its financial position across the globe. This includes managing liquidity, investments, banking relationships, bank account architecture, foreign exchange hedging programs, and cash movements around the world.

The position is based in the Washington, DC office with a hybrid office/work-from-home schedule. Current expectations are to be in the office at least 3 days per week, with the possibility of change.

Major Responsibilities

The Director of Investments will be responsible for overseeing Bechtel’s investment portfolio and will monitor financial markets, interest rate trends, and macro conditions to make investment decisions within Bechtel’s risk framework.

Manage the selection and execution of investments based upon Bechtel’s investment policy.

Review and assess liquidity forecasts and near-term cash requirements to ensure appropriate placement and maturity of investments.

Communicate and negotiate with banks and financial institutions regarding investment decisions, pricing for larger orders, and bank deposits.

Oversee the preparation and presentation of regular investment portfolio updates to stakeholders, including the investment council and finance committee.

Prepare quarterly interest income forecasts for corporate FP&A.

Periodically review and evaluate the investment policy for potential changes based on business needs.

Streamline Treasury processes and procedures with a focus on deploying technological enhancements (Automation, PowerBI, AI).

Manage and troubleshoot technology systems supporting the investment portfolio (Bloomberg, FIS Quantum, Custodian System).

Assist other functional areas within Treasury as needed.

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.

General Requirements

Analytical skills, strong teamwork, and intellectual curiosity are keys to success in this role.

Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, with MBA or advanced experience in finance preferred.

An understanding of financial markets and experience in working with stakeholders, including banks and financial institutions, is a plus.

Preferred Requirements

Understanding of accounting principles

Ability to work flexible hours

Experience leading projects and managing teams with minimal supervision

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple ongoing tasks/priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with multiple financial technology systems

Technology-focused candidates preferred

Total Rewards/Benefits Bechtel offers a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing.

Equal Opportunity 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 email their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com.

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