Design Director
4 days ago
Requisition ID: 288832
- Relocation Authorized: International - Family
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Perth, WA(Site)
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.
Project Overview:Great infrastructure transforms communities. Our customers' projects have a higher purpose – their roads, rail, communications, airports and energy projects are a gateway to a modern prosperous world.
A world that caters for growing populations and keeps up with rapid technological change; a world that is resilient to economic and geophysical setbacks; a world powered by cleaner energy and systems that accelerate the path to global decarbonization; a world connected by smart and affordable transport networks to empower disenfranchised communities and unlock access to opportunities.
Job Summary:In this role, you will lead a team and interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate the engineering technical aspects for complex projects.
You will participate in project planning, proposal review, and will own the engineering elements of capital estimates and your technical guidance and recommendations will ensure engineering aspects meet project requirements and remain within scope and budget.
Major Responsibilities:- Responsible for planning, coordinating and directing architectural activities and has technical accountability for interpreting, organizing, and coordinating the architectural engineering work on the project.
- Works within an integrated project management team and is accountable for the timely delivery of the design work packages developed by 3rd party architectural or engineering consultants and/or design and construct contractors.
- Coordinates review and acceptance of 3rd Party produced design documents. Coordinates supply of technical information to the designer to allow the programme to progress.
- Reviews major changes or deviations in project scope, project material quantities, budget or schedule, and assists particularly with defining the change.
- Experienced in providing a lead technical role over other architectural professionals or project subgroups for completing specific tasks.
- Knowledge and experience of the complex interfaces with large infrastructure projects and the detailed design prepared by multiple design contractors on projects.
- Keeps informed on the status of all project issues involving assigned personnel with respect to schedule, budget, work quality and contributes leadership, experience and expertise in the solution of difficult problems.
Leadership
- Manages the work efforts of managers or professionals.
- Responsible for staffing decisions, performance appraisals, and pay reviews.
- Supports the training of new team members as required, through both formal training courses and on-the-job training.
- Makes decisions based on business objectives and allocated resources.
- May be responsible for a major functional Program and not have any subordinate employees.
- Participates in planning and budgeting.
- Prepares, assembles or contributes to board reports.
- Typically requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.
- Must have strong aviation industry experience, experience in Australia preferred.
- Experience managing design efforts including management of 3rd Party designers or engineers with a minimum of 2 aviation projects.
- Ability to engage in a collaborative working environment with internal and external stakeholders.
- Broad knowledge of aviation industry/regulatory codes and standards, project controls and design criteria in all engineering disciplines.
- Technical knowledge of engineering systems, engineering calculations, applications of engineering methods and materials and applications of building information modelling, 3-D computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) to engineering problems.
- Proficient knowledge of activities and operations in other functions including construction, environmental safety and health (ES&H), and quality assurance.
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
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.
LI-BT1Bechtel 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
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