Project Controls AI Lead

Bechtel

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Controls AI Lead is responsible for advancing Bechtel’s Project Controls capability through the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI), advanced analytics, and automation. This role integrates AI-driven solutions into core Project Controls functions - including cost engineering, planning & scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting - to enhance forecast accuracy, improve productivity, and strengthen project delivery outcomes. The role supports enterprise initiatives aligned with Bechtel’s Digital Delivery strategy and ensures compliance with corporate policies, including data governance and risk management requirements. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field required
Minimum 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
Knowledge of Project Controls tools: Primavera P6, EcoSys, SAP, Power BI
Experience with analytics and AI tools: Data Bricks, Python, SQL, Azure AI / Machine Learning platforms
Strategic thinking with the ability to translate innovation into practical application
Effective stakeholder engagement across projects and corporate functions
Excellent communication skills, including executive-level reporting
Ability to operate within Bechtel’s matrixed organization structure

Nice To Haves

Current or previous Bechtel experience preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a Project Controls AI roadmap aligned with Bechtel’s Digital Transformation and Automation strategy
Identify and prioritize high-value use cases impacting: Estimate at Completion (EAC) accuracy, Schedule predictability and milestone performance, Risk identification and mitigation (CIAR integration)
Serve as the functional authority for AI integration within Project Controls
Design and implement AI-enabled solutions embedded in standard Bechtel workflows: Predictive cost forecasting and EAC optimization, Trend analysis using historical and real-time project data, Early identification of cost growth drivers and deviations, Predictive schedule analytics using Primavera P6 data, AI-assisted schedule risk analysis beyond traditional Monte Carlo methods, Critical path sensitivity and delay prediction, Automated identification of emerging risks and integration into CIAR logs, Predictive risk scoring based on historical project performance, Enhance PFSR (Project Financial Status Report) with AI-generated insights, Automate narrative generation for project reports, Improve variance analysis and root-cause identification
Integrate AI capabilities with enterprise systems such as: Primavera P6, EcoSys, SAP, Power BI
Establish standardized data models and ensure high-quality inputs across projects
Collaborate with IT and Data teams to enable secure, scalable AI solutions
Ensure compliance with Bechtel’s data governance and cybersecurity standards
Drive adoption of AI tools across Project Controls teams and projects
Develop training materials and guidance for practitioners (cost engineers, planners, etc.)
Translate AI insights into actionable recommendations for project leadership
Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making within Bechtel