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Project Overview:

Bechtel is the licensing, engineering, procurement, and construction partner on TerraPower’ s Natrium team. Selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for its Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program, Natrium is participating in a DOE initiative to re-establish U.S. leadership in nuclear energy that provides matching funding to industry to design and build an operational advanced reactor. TerraPower, a leading advanced generation technology company founded by former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates, will be deploying its 345 MWe sodium fast reactor (SFR), called Natrium. The Natrium plant features an advanced, cost-competitive reactor design that is safer, simpler, easier, less costly to construct, less expensive to operate, and able to provide energy that is competitive with fossil fuels. It also features an innovative molten salt energy storage system designed to be complementary to solar and wind power by evening out the peaks and valleys in production when the sun is not shining, or the wind is not blowing. With the reactor and energy storage output combined, the plant can produce more than 500 MWe of power.

Job Summary:

The Piping Superintendent is assigned to the field construction organization in a supervisory capacity. Responsible for supervising and directing operations within the piping discipline, including site fabrication and installation of all piping, hangers and supports, above ground and underground. Supervises and directs craft activities, subcontractors, and others, as assigned. Ensures assigned construction operations and performance comply with specifications and within schedules and budget. Performs general functions inherent in all supervisory field positions. #LI-CL1

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the various discipline Superintendents, Subcontractors, General Foreman, and Foreman to determine project priorities and control field work.
• Perform all field discipline activities in accordance with processes.
• Establish manpower needs, prepare craft requisitions, tools, equipment, and material requirements for the assigned craft.
• Develop daily craft assignments to be performed, supervise in-process activities, and review work accomplished.
• Prepare short and long-term schedules, interface with other discipline superintendents and field engineers.
• Supervise and direct subordinate personnel and craft in construction activities within the piping discipline.
• Develop piping and piping bulk installation plans and forecasts.
• Monitor actual work performance compared to the project budget and schedule.
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines as instructed by construction management.
• Provide active leadership for the safety, accident prevention, and fire prevention programs on the project.

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.
• Possess the right to work and remain in the US without sponsorship.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check which includes verification of employment and education. 
• Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.  

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive piping and hanger field installation experience within a nuclear power or heavy industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, planning and scheduling experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, reading, interpreting and working to piping design drawings (isometric and orthographic), design guides, specifications.
• Maintain, promote, and cultivate a safe work ethic and positive work environment within the craft.
• Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules.
• Basic Field Manual and/or Non-Manual supervision experience with a strong piping/mechanical background.
• Experience in Construction Project Planning and Scheduling.
• Knowledge of Construction Quality Assurance. 
• Knowledge of single or multi discipline construction or engineering operations.
• Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities.
• Working knowledge of unionized labor.
• Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Familiarity with current industry quality standards.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and technical database applications.
• Experience with lock-out/tag-out requirements and processes.
• Possess Nuclear Construction knowledge and experience including a commitment to a Nuclear Safety and Quality Culture.
• Knowledge of Safety Program and familiar with current industry safety standards.
• Experience in safety compliance and familiar with Bechtel processes and procedures.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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