Workface Planner

Company: Bechtel
Location: Titusville
Posted on: February 13, 2020

Job Description:

Workface Planner, ML2 Requisition ID: * Relocation Authorized: None * Project No.: [[cust_projectNumber]] * Grade: 23-24 * Position to be Panel Interviewed? No Project Description: The ML2 Project scope is the design and construction of a launch platform for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The purpose of ML2, located at Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Florida, is to provide a launch platform for the Space Launch System (SLS), an advanced launch vehicle that will fill America's need for deep space missions. ML2 includes many different subsystems that must operate and fit within the constraints of the structure and provide physical interface with KSC launch sites' ground systems. This Workface Planner position will be assigned to Bechtel KSC Jobsite on a long-term assignment to support Advance Work Packaging before and during the Construction Phase. Role Overview: Working within the Construction function and reporting to the Workface Planning Manager (WFPM), the Workface Planner (WFP) is responsible for supporting and providing input to the project's Workface Planning (WFP) Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) program. Primary responsibilities include planning execution of field work, providing detailed construction input during engineering and procurement, scoping and managing work packages, constraint removal, supporting turnover to startup and constant coordination across the project's EPC functions to ensure alignment to the field execution strategy. The key roles and responsibilities include: * Workface Planning. * Input to the 90-day and 3-week lookahead by Installation Work Package (IWP). * Ensuring the accuracy of the Level 4 and 5 Schedules for all commodities. * 4D planning and modeling the construction installation sequence. * Ensuring constraint-free IWPs are made available to the field: * Identify constraints associated with work packages and update constraint list. * Coordinating IWP scope adjustment activities to align IWPs to construction execution plan, testing, and startup. * Validating the sequence of IWP development to ensure it aligns with the field execution strategy. * Tracking readiness and providing visibility to constraints at pre-construction intervals of 150-days, 90-days, and 3-weeks as well as driving removal of constraints via cross-functional communication and coordination. * Along with Field Engineering, prepare detailed Installation Work Package (IWPs) as per the project guidelines and procedures, which includes, compiling layout drawings, standard installation drawings, schematics, vendor drawings, installation details, model snapshots, vendor drawings, inspection test records, or any other documents or Engineering deliverables associated with the IWP scope of work. * Supporting field engineering in closing IWP documentation issues. * Support the development and maintenance of metrics and dashboards for monitoring the performance of the Workface Planning program and its effectiveness toward improving construction productivity. * Assists in training the work package planning staff, as well as training in AWP for all Project staff. * Be a strong advocate of AWP Program implementation on ML2. Basic Qualifications * B.S. degree in Engineering or similar from an accredited institution with 1-3 years of relevant experience; OR 7-9 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree. * Must be a US citizen. * Must be able to complete a pre-employement drug screen and background check, including verification of employment, education and travel. * Must be physically capable to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing in very small and/or confined spaces, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Minimum Qualifications: * Working experience at jobsite as a Field Engineer or Construction Engineer. * Experience of preparation of Construction work packages. * Proficient in reading drawings, interpret design, construction schedule, specifications and industry standards and codes. * Excellent communications skills. * Flexible and willing to support all disciplines on all deliverables. * Ability to help teams define strategic direction for the purpose of developing practical action plans. * Ability to think 'outside the box' to help resolve challenges and roadblocks as they arise. Preferred Qualifications: * Strong understanding of Bechtel construction practices, process improvement methodologies, and innovative trends within the construction industry. Previous experience in Engineering, Construction, or Project Controls is beneficial. * Working knowledge of developing unit rate and performance factors. * Strong knowledge of BSAPs and standard programs used on Bechtel EPC projects such as TeamWorks, InfoWorks, Digital Supply Chain, Synchro 4D, EQMS, Toolhound, xFighters, Bookbuilder, ModelBuilder etc. Shaping tomorrow together Bechtel is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies. Together with our customers, we deliver landmark projects that foster long-term progress and economic growth. Since 1898, we've completed more than 25,000 extraordinary projects across 160 countries on all seven continents. We operate through four global businesses: Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Oil, Gas & Chemicals; and Mining & Metals. Our company and our culture are built on more than a century of leadership and a relentless adherence to our values, the core of which are safety, quality, ethics, and integrity. These values are what we believe, what we expect, what we deliver, and what we live. 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, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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