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Bechtel Corporation Materials Coordinator in Valparaiso, Indiana
Requisition ID: 281134
Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Valparaiso, IN
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Project Overview:
Bechtel helps our customers deliver projects of purpose that create a lasting positive legacy. These are projects that create jobs and grow economies; improve the resiliency of the world's infrastructure; connect communities to resources and opportunity; get us closer to net zero; protect U.S. and allied interests; tackle critical environmental challenges to protect people and the planet; and accelerate progress to make the world a cleaner, greener, safer place. Bechtel is building a number of solar projects across the United States, including the Mammoth Solar Project in Indiana.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will lead a team and support material planning and/or material coordination for a project. Planning involves providing work process and system expertise during the early project stages. Coordination will include communicating material availability, accuracy, and timeliness to the correct location. Your team will ensure the location receives the required materials to complete the project. #LI-VB1
Major Responsibilities:
In coordination with the Supply Chain Manager, develops the Materials Management Plan and reports changes to the Plan, helps resolve deviations from the Plan, and obtains approval during the execution of the project.
Ensures adherence to the Material Responsibility Matrix by all responsible parties.
Identifies early on which surplus or unneeded materials should be returned to storage.
Utilizes an Oracle based Material Management Software, integrated into the Digital Supply Chain System inclusive of OTR, SiteSense, ETA, etc. to schedule deliveries, receive material/equipment, issue UOS&D’s, complete reporting, and track deliveries to site.
Where necessary, participates in preparation of project-specific desktop instructions for use by the functional groups# regarding automation interfaces on materials related transfers.
Ensures the material identification methodology permits accurate stat using and distribution of materials according to the priority and sequence of construction activities.
Participates in Construction, Project, and/or Vendor / (Sub) Contractor planning meetings to be fully aware of changes in installation plans and priorities.
Implements the planned construction activities and work packaging structure on the project through coordination with Field Engineering, Construction, and/or (Sub) Contractors, and Project Controls.
Implements planned inventory control mechanisms using the Bechtel Procurement System (DSC) tools to ensure that construction material requirements are met.
Coordinates material availability in support of design revisions, rework, contingency or work-around plans.
Coordinates with personnel for materials to be issued direct to the installation area, as opposed to being controlled in storage.
Oversees offload crews and provides instruction on receiving materials/equipment and entering into Oracle based Material Management Software.
Coordinate with drivers/dispatchers/brokers for placing appointments and scheduling deliveries.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of Field Engineering disciplines, work processes, and the deliverables produced.
Advanced knowledge of inputting requisitions, receipt, storage, and issue of materials into procurement software.
Experience with Scheduling of deliveries through OTR (or similar automation tool) and managing logistics for all site deliveries.
Knowledge of vendor, fabricator, contractor, Customer and how outside data systems interact with procurement automation tools, knowledge of Bechtel’s DSCS is preferred.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with work packaging, pre-buy methodology, and materials status reporting.
Advanced skills in working with and communicating effectively with supervisors of other project functional groups, primarily Subcontractors/Vendors, Engineering, Construction, and Project Management.
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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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.
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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