Construction Automation Lead

Bechtel Arizona, United States of America

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Construction Automation Lead, Tucson

Requisition ID: 296600

Relocation Authorized: National - Family
Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
Work Location: Tucson, AZ

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Project Overview:

Job Summary:

The Construction Automation Lead is responsible for the day-to-day execution, support, and supervision of Construction Automation activities on an assigned construction project. This role serves as the primary on-site delivery lead for digital tools, workflows, and system integrations supporting construction, project controls, ES&H, commissioning and startup, and turnover activities.

The role combines hands-on subject matter expertise with first-line supervisory responsibility. It is focused on execution in the field, including system deployment, issue resolution, user adoption, and consistent application of approved M&T Construction Automation standards. The role works closely with project management, field supervision, contractors, clients, vendors, and corporate teams to ensure digital solutions are aligned with project needs and effectively deployed in the field

Major Responsibilities:

Execute and support day-to-day Construction Automation activities in support of construction execution and field operations

Serve as the primary on-site subject matter expert for Construction Automation systems, tools, and workflows

Own the day-to-day operation and performance of Construction Automation systems supporting field execution

Support deployment, configuration, and operation of approved Construction Automation systems in alignment with M&T standards

Monitor system usage, data quality, and workflow execution and resolve issues impacting daily operations

Provide hands-on troubleshooting and operational support for site digital systems and integrations

Translate field execution needs and requests into practical automation solutions within approved standards and configurations

Supervise and coordinate the work of Construction Automation Specialists, as assigned

Support training, onboarding, and user adoption efforts for project teams and contractors

Identify recurring operational issues or risks and escalate systemic items as appropriate

Capture site-level issues and lessons learned and provide continuous improvement recommendations to the M&T Construction Automation function

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Information Systems, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered 10+ years of experience supporting construction or capital project digital systems.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Hands‑on experience configuring and supporting construction automation platforms and digital workflows in an EPC or construction environment

Strong understanding of construction workflows, field execution, and site-level data requirements

Experience supporting project controls, ES&H, quality, commissioning, and various other functions and disciplines on major capital projects

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot system, workflow, and integration issues in active project environments

Experience supervising and mentoring technical staff in a project setting

Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively across project management, field supervision, contractors, vendors, and client teams

Ability to translate technical requirements into practical, field-oriented solutions

Proven ability to drive user adoption and influence teams in a construction environment

Ability to prioritize and resolve issues in a fast-paced, active construction setting

Preferred / Helpful Qualifications

Experience with drone-based construction data capture and processing workflows (e.g., Propeller, DroneDeploy)

Hands-on experience supporting or administering Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) in a project or site environment

Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) supporting field use cases

Experience with construction/project platforms such as Procore, Hexagon Smart Completions, Setroute, or equivalent systems

Familiarity with data integration concepts between construction systems and reporting or analytics platforms

Experience supporting digital tools for turnover, commissioning, or completions

Prior experience on large-scale industrial or manufacturing construction projects (semiconductor, battery, pharmaceutical, or similar)

Physical / Work Environment

Full-time assignment at an active construction project site

Significant time spent in field environments supporting crews directly

Requires walking, climbing, and working in outdoor conditions

May require travel across different areas of the project site

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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