PMO Lead

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.

Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to be part of a major aviation project in the Greater London area that will redefine the future of air travel and delivery excellence. We’re building a dynamic team to plan and deliver complex, high-impact work at the heart of one of the region’s most innovative and fast-moving developments. If you’re motivated, hands‑on, and thrive in the energy of large‑scale infrastructure and aviation projects, this is your opportunity to thrive and make a real difference. Join a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, where ambition, collaboration, and momentum drive success – and play a pivotal role in delivering transformation projects that will shape the future of aviation. The project scope includes planning, design, integration and delivery of major airfield infrastructure, buildings, systems and associated periphery infrastructure. Be part of our exciting infrastructure project in the UK—register your interest by applying now!

Job Summary: In this position, you will lead a team to manage cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, forecasting, and planning/scheduling activities for a project that requires technical skill and expertise. You will provide leadership, oversight, guidance, training, and mentoring to your team on key project procedures and risk management to ensure successful project execution and delivery.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manages cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, and planning/scheduling activities for a project, or for discipline/project/proposal estimating or staff planning activities that requires a high degree of technical skill and experience.
• Develops the preparation and presentation of project/program estimates and cost forecasts.
• Supports project/program organizational and administrative activities.
• Provides generally non‑routine cost engineering/planning and scheduling guidance.
• Identifies and provides innovative solutions to cost engineering and planning/scheduling problems.
• Reviews Earned Revenue Determination Data, Proposal Financial Summaries, Project Financial Status Reports, and Charge for Project Working Capital calculations for assigned project/program.
• Reviews contract drafts for adequacy of cost and scope definition and Project Controls requirements.
• Coordinates development of all data in support of negotiations.

Education and Experience Requirements: Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and relevant experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Provides oversight, training, mentoring, and ensures capability of Project Risk Coordinator(s) and Project Risk Specialist(s) in conducting PERM activities towards the attainment of project objectives.
• Provides leadership in terms of integrating the risk management process with other key project procedures (e.g., Change Management, Forecasting, Cost, Trends, and Claims).

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.

Diverse 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. We’re creating a space where all people, including those with disabilities, can advance their careers and optimize their possibilities through a fair and inclusive workplace.