Night Shift Bull Rigging Superintendent

Bechtel • Port Arthur, TX

77d

About The Position

The Night Shift Bull Rigging Superintendent is responsible for supervising and directing bull rigging operations during night shifts, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of all rigging activities. This role oversees the rigging discipline, manages cranes & rigging craft, and provides leadership to subordinate supervisors. Additionally, the superintendent is responsible for equipment management, ensuring proper execution of critical and general risk bull rigging activities, and carrying out other assigned responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
• Certified rigger/signal person. NCCCO, NCCCER or equivalent.
• Certified crane operator, NCCCO, NCCER or equivalent.
• Certified OSHA crane inspector.
• Bechtel Certified Rigging Engineer (CRE) certification.
• Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken.
• Experience in oil, gas, refinery, petrochemical, minerals processing or power generating station construction is preferred.
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret crane manufacturers' operators manual and load charts.
• Experienced in safe use and inspection of rigging hardware.
• Ability to develop 3 week look ahead schedule in regards to crane operations.
• Monitor and track utilization of all site cranes.

Responsibilities

• Provide ES&H leadership for assigned personnel, ensuring implementation of safety procedures and conducting Bechtel and subcontractor safety meetings.
• Ensure all crane and rigging operations meet Bechtel procedures, OSHA standards, and all regulatory and project requirements.
• Oversee night shift bull rigging operations for full compliance with safety and project standards.
• Prepare, engage, and maintain Bull Rigging Plans, FLHA Cards, JHAs, and Lift Plans.
• Verify personnel qualifications, training, and compliance with applicable standards and safe work practices.
• Inspect work areas for unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Confirm proper selection, inspection, and use of rigging equipment and hardware before operations.
• Troubleshoot rigging challenges, update plans as needed, and apply best practices for efficiency.
• Remove and document defective equipment for repair or replacement.
• Plan and manage manpower, equipment, and material resources for night shift rigging.
• Coordinate with Labor Relations on recruitment and training, and with Procurement on rigging tool requisitions.
• Prepare progress reports, forecasts, personnel records, and shift handover reports.
• Optimize workflows to meet project schedules while maintaining safety standards.
• Review and approve subcontractor equipment and personnel mobilization/demobilization.
• Monitor craft activities for compliance with specifications and schedules.
• Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs for cranes and rigging personnel.
• Review craft time records using established tools and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.
• Programs to enhance our culture.
• Time to recharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree