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Senior civil engineer

Brisbane
Bechtel Corporation
Civil Engineer
Posted: 12 June
Offer description

Requisition ID: 295397

Relocation Authorized: None

Telework Type: Part-Time Telework

Work Location: Brisbane, QLD

Project Overview Bechtel Mining and Metals is seeking personnel to join multiple existing and upcoming projects comprising copper/gold concentrators with associated ROM feed, ore handling, processing plant, tailings management facilities, and supporting infrastructure including water supply, power supply, maintenance facilities, offices, temporary and construction accommodation villages.

Job Summary In this role, you will assess and execute work scope and cost estimates for a project’s civil/structural aspects. You will lead design, development, modification, evaluation, and constructability reviews of civil/structural components and processes. Your technical expertise will ensure the unique and complex requirements of a project’s civil/structural aspects are met.

You will be responsible for coordinating the production of technical drawings, calculations, specifications and material take-offs for a project’s design, procurement and constructability aspects. You will additionally be responsible for supporting and reviewing engineering developed by third party engineering service providers in contribution to the overall project scope.

This role will be responsible for the civil design of surface infrastructure inclusive of all internal and external access roads, process and non-process pads, construction laydowns, site drainage design, and storage ponds.

Your recommendations will resolve technical issues and ensure the unique and complex requirements of a project’s ROM to tailings mechanical requirements are met.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and may require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Major Responsibilities

Plans and conducts independent Civil work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of Civil engineering techniques, procedures and criteria on a medium size project or assignment in support of a global business unit for civil works on green field and brown field projects.

Experience of using design software OpenRoads and CivilStorm

Leads the design, development, modification, and evaluation of Civil components and processes utilizing relevant Bechtel Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and Design Control Check List (DCCL) and Design Review Notices (DRNs)

Reviews and approves key engineering drawings and calculations and bid summaries

Reviews and approves key design documents, supplier drawings and data, material specifications, drawings, and change orders, for the project to which assigned

Designs structures using advanced knowledge of civil engineering in the areas of hydrology, hydraulics, road design and pavement design, geotechnical and earthworks.

Determines the appropriate use of various structural elements such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete to ensure appropriate material is used based on load or stress requirements

Originates and checks complex Civil engineering deliverables, such as overland flow, drainage, foundation and roadway calculations, specifications, and material requisitions

Coordinates and interfaces as directed with the day-to-day technical work of personnel

Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management

Develops conceptual designs for Civil engineering projects or projects having specialized or unique requirements

Supports preparation of estimates, staffing needs and schedules

Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting

Interprets new or special regulations, codes, standards, criteria, and performance data

Coordinates with client representatives, as directed, to obtain their approval of Civil aspects of the work

Conducts or leads special studies of new Civil engineering methods, materials and techniques

Mentors Civil engineering personnel by providing on-the-job training for their professional development

Provides input to and participates in special technical educational and training programs as directed

Leads constructability reviews

Education and Experience Requirements

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

Required Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated experience as a Civil Engineer, preferably within mining and metals industry

Prior experience in the design of bulk and detailed earthworks, onsite roads, site drainage and water management facilities

Considered highly skilled and proficient in Civil Engineering discipline

Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization, resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways

Able to be registered as an RPEQ, or already registered as RPEQ is preferable.

Working Rights in Australia without employer sponsorship are required.

Total Rewards / Benefits Bechtel offers robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

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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