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HSEC Environmental Engineer #1
ESCONDIDA WARER SUPPLY PROJECT
Antofagasta, Coloso
Chile
Project
The Escondida Water Supply (EWS) project scope consists of desalination facilities expansion at Coloso port, associated marine works, pipeline system to move water from Coloso to the Escondida Mine at 3200 MASL, associated pumping stations and power supply via 230KV HV transmission line, and HV substation work (Greenfield and Brownfield). Early works will include construction of temporary construction facilities, two man camps, access roads, laydown yards, fabrication facilities and other construction support facilities required for a large linear construction project.
SUMMARY:
Responsible for integration of environmental issues and requirements into proposals, planning documents, permit applications, design specifications and criteria, construction plans and schedules, bid specifications, and subcontract packages for Bechtel projects. Has technical responsibility for interpreting complex requirements, evaluating and applying appropriate scientific/environmental engineering principles, and formulating scopes of work, plans, and methodologies suitable for achieving and maintaining compliance with environmental requirements. Provides technical assistance to other Environmental Services (ES) personnel assigned to projects and other project functions. May be assigned as a technical lead for a specific task(s), or serve as a Project Environmental Lead on several projects or as a Project Environmental Services Supervisor on a small to medium project.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works with global business units on bid decisions, proposal development, and estimates (scope, constraints, schedules, budgets) with respect to integration and compliance with environmental requirements.
- Provides technical support to feasibility studies, site assessment studies, and project risk assessments.
- When assigned as Project Environmental Lead (PEL), responsible for coordinating appropriate consideration of environmental requirements with (Sub)Contracts, Engineering, and Construction personnel.
- Provides environmental technical support and assistance to Bechtel projects and coordinates environmental requirements and formulation of mitigation measures with project-assigned ES personnel, engineering leads, construction supervision/management and onsite ES&H representatives during construction.
- Participates in meetings with customers, project team members, and contractors/subcontractors to advise them of environmental requirements that may affect project design, schedule, and cost.
- Responsible for drafting Environmental Compliance Plans, Construction Environmental Control Plans (CECP), project specific mitigation plans, environmental awareness training programs, and technical reports.
- Provides recommendations and input for revising ES procedures, work processes, and other quality improvement measures.
- Conducts environmental compliance inspections of project construction activities to monitor compliance with environmental requirements including contractual commitments, permits, and the project's CECP.
- May be assigned as a full-time PEL on a medium to large project, or as PEL on multiple smaller projects, or as a Project Environmental Services Supervisor on a single small project.
- When in supervisory role, implements personnel policies (e.g., conducts employee performance evaluations) and provides technical direction to staff.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced knowledge in a field of science, environmental engineering, or related discipline.
- Knowledge of environmental sciences/engineering systems, principles, and methodologies.
- Knowledge of national and international environmental laws/regulations and regulatory/resource agencies' permitting processes and responsibilities, industry standards for environmental compliance, and best management practices for minimizing potential environmental impacts during project execution.
- Knowledge of engineering and construction systems, methods, and work processes.
- Knowledge of construction planning, estimating, procedures, and execution.
- Experience in managing and/or providing technical oversight of environmental subcontractors or consultants.
- Experience in environmental monitoring and compliance inspection during construction.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials and waste management, erosion and sediment control methods, and restoration techniques.
- Knowledge of Bechtel's organization structure, functions, and administrative procedures.
- Skilled in oral and written communication.
- Knowledge of Bechtel standard computer applications.
- Bachelor of Science degree in life sciences (e.g., biology, ecology, forestry) or physical sciences (e.g., geology, meteorology), or environmental engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Prior practical work experience in office settings (e.g., managing environmental programs, budgets and staff) and field environments (e.g., construction execution and/or operating facilities) performing the responsibilities listed above.
Additional Requirements (optional):
- Intermediate communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Spanish/English Communications skill is preferred
Bechtel is among the most respected engineering, procurement, and construction companies in the world. We stand apart for our ability to get the job done right- no matter how big, how complex or how remote. The reliability of our performance, the enduring quality of our projects, the strength of our ethics, and the seriousness of our commitment to safety and sustainability are evident in everything we do. Bechtel delivers for its customers what others can only promise.
Build your career as you build some of the most challenging and complex projects in the world today.
Bechtel is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE).
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