Job Description

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• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Chennai

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: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 . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our in our .Bechtel India is a global operation that supports execution of projects and services around the world. Working seamlessly with business line home offices, project sites, customer organizations and suppliers, our teams have delivered more than 125 projects since our inception in 1994.Our offices in Gurgaon, Vadodara and Chennai will grow significantly and sustainably with exciting career opportunities for both professionals and young graduates who are passionate about creating a cleaner, greener, and safer world; building transformational infrastructure; making decarbonization a reality; and protecting people and the environment.Located at the Chennai office, performs expediting activities on a project to ensure the timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet project needs.Job Summary:Expediting specialist reports to and receives operational direction from the project Expediting Supervisor. Receives functional guidance from the Expediting Manager. Responsible for coordination with project and project procurement management, engineering, construction, startup, planning and scheduling, area expediting, and other procurement personnel assigned to the project team. Maintains contact with suppliers to monitor the progress of material and equipment orders. Coordinates with area expediting personnel assigned to perform project visits.Major Responsibilities:

• Contacts suppliers to obtain timely submission of engineering data and to follow-up on material acquisition, production progress and shipment.
• Evaluates production schedules and progress reports from suppliers to determine if their programs and work progress meet jobsite requirements.
• Compiles data needed to prepare the critical items reports or other supplementary reports as required. Coordinates the accumulation of data from project expediters and issues reports for the expediting group.
• Coordinates with planning and scheduling, field material coordinators or jobsite project expeditors and construction to establish priorities, sequences and required delivery dates and instructs suppliers accordingly.
• Expedites Bechtel engineering for the timely review, approval and return of engineering data submitted by suppliers.
• Represents expediting at project team meetings.
• Maintains a working file of expediting related documents and memoranda of conversations to record expediting activities. Maintains a system to initiate follow-up actions at appropriate times.
• Provides information for area expediting assignments for prime and suborders as necessary.
• Monitors outstanding area expediting assignments, reviews expediting reports, and takes corrective action on problems identified in the reports.
• Obtains copies of supplier\'s orders for material, performs sub-supplier expediting, where necessary, and works closely with supplier quality representatives to ensure awareness of materials subject to quality performance and their locations of manufacture.
• Participates in pre and post-award meetings to review and discuss schedules and potential problem areas that may impact required shipment dates.
• Coordinates shipping arrangements or tracking requests with the project Logistics representative.
• Reviews material receiving reports against shipping documents to verify that material has been received at jobsite. Assists in tracing missing material.
• Subject to project requirements, monitors the issuance of material requisitions, and other project and procurement actions affecting material deliveries.
• When assigned to jobsite:
• Maintains continuing contact with the office project expediting staff to exchange information about jobsite requirements and current order status.
• Attends construction coordination meetings, coordinates with construction, planning and scheduling, jobsite engineers, and other field procurement staff to ensure that field material requirements receive timely attention and follow-up action.
• Coordinates customs clearance (on international jobs) of critical material and equipment with Logistic representatives.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A bachelor\'s degree in engineering from a reputed University. 5+ years of industry experience including minimum 3 years in expediting functions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working familiarity with engineering and procurement practices, and general understanding of production methods.
• Experience in expediting visits to supplier shops, monitoring supplier performance.
• Capable of providing early warning to the Project Management of supplier deficiencies or schedule slippage.
• Knows how to deal professionally with suppliers and project personnel.
• Interprets schedules to ensure they are realistic, that required activities occur on time, and that interface between activities is maintained.
• Knows the supplier warning and advisory process.
• Skilled in preparing clear and comprehensive correspondence and reports.
• Understands budget development and management.
• Understands the Logistics and Supplier Quality process functions.
• Good oral and written communication skills regarding technical and production matters with both project and supplier personnel.

Total Rewards/BenefitsFor 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 atDiverse 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.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 toFind similar jobs:Copyright \xc2\xa9 2022 Bechtel Corporation. All rights reserved.\xc3\x97Cookie Consent ManagerWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Required CookiesThese cookies are required to use this website and can\'t be turned off.Show More DetailsRequired Cookies Provider Description Enabled
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