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Requisition ID: 293522
- Relocation Authorized: National - Family
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: New Albany, OH
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 Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.
Project Overview:
Bechtel is building a semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. Bechtel will design and build Phase 1 of the Ohio One project, a total of 2.5 million square feet, including 600,000 square feet of cleanrooms. Construction will require as much steel as eight Eiffel Towers and as much concrete as the tallest skyscrapers. Bechtel will strengthen future economic development in the region by partnering with the North America Building Trades Unions and suppliers to create several thousand new jobs and work with local education organizations to implement new training programs that will support the future talent pipeline.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will support and oversee field subcontracts. Maintains a continuing review of the progress of each subcontract and provides management with information regarding any financial, legal, or technical issues. Preparation of change orders and amendments and resolves any technical issues. Targeted subcontracts include: Coatings and Fireproofing installation subcontractors. #LI-SM2
Major Responsibilities:
- Primarily interfacing with Coatings and Fireproofing subcontractors, potentially can be expanded to include other subcontracted scopes.
- Overall planning, coordination, and scheduling of subcontractor work Interface with Lead Superintendents, Lead Field Engineers, the direct hire team and other team members; serve as a focal point for coordination of work by assigned subcontracts.
- Monitoring and inspecting the subcontractor’s quality of work, validating subcontractors installed quantities and monthly progress payments and invoices.
- Monitoring subcontractor force account, time and management reports, and coordinating subcontractor’s activities with work performed by others.
- Performing surveillances and inspections of subcontractors’ work to confirm compliance with subcontract requirements; monitoring subcontractor submittals and coordinating project review of same, and coordinating with Engineering when applicable.
- Exercises professional judgment within the framework of broad guidelines provided by superiors.
- Providing direction to subcontractors, construction office technical or clerical personnel.
- May participate as the Construction representative during the formation and bid, evaluate, and award phases of assigned subcontracts, and monitoring the subcontractors work processes to ensure adherence to the principles of the Integrated Safety Management System to ensure health and safety of the worker, and quality, productivity, and consistency of the workplace.
- Operates with considerable latitude, exercising independent judgment and utilizing construction knowledge and experience in the resolution of typical questions and problems which may arise.
- Manages and coordinates Subcontractor Construction Work Packages (CWPs) to support subcontract activities in the field.
- Manages subcontract-specific Condition Reports including creating Corrective Action Plans and participating in Casual (apparent/root) Analysis Coordinates subcontract execution and scheduling needs with Project Controls, Lead Superintendents, and Lead Field Engineers and/or Area Team.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Working knowledge of the Bechtel Standard Work Processes Procedures (SWPPs) and the related Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
- Demonstrate commitment to a “Zero Accidents” safety program.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills with Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
- Construction Field experience in execution of a subcontract and direct hire related to Coatings and Fireproofing.
- Understanding of Cost Accounting Standards, and determination process for applicability to the work. Previous experience as a Quality Control Representative Previous experience managing construction subcontracts and field design changes.
- Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.
- Candidates should be self-starters, highly motivated, requiring little supervision, and able to work well in a team environment.
- Demonstration of strong safety culture and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- AMPP Certification for Intumescent Fireproofing Coating Application Specialist
- AMPP Certification for Certified Coatings Inspector Certification (CIP Level 2)
- ICC Certification for Spray-applied Fireproofing Special Inspector
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.
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. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com.

Requisition ID: 293522
- Relocation Authorized: National - Family
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: New Albany, OH
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 Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.
Project Overview:
Bechtel is building a semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. Bechtel will design and build Phase 1 of the Ohio One project, a total of 2.5 million square feet, including 600,000 square feet of cleanrooms. Construction will require as much steel as eight Eiffel Towers and as much concrete as the tallest skyscrapers. Bechtel will strengthen future economic development in the region by partnering with the North America Building Trades Unions and suppliers to create several thousand new jobs and work with local education organizations to implement new training programs that will support the future talent pipeline.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will support and oversee field subcontracts. Maintains a continuing review of the progress of each subcontract and provides management with information regarding any financial, legal, or technical issues. Preparation of change orders and amendments and resolves any technical issues. Targeted subcontracts include: Coatings and Fireproofing installation subcontractors. #LI-SM2
Major Responsibilities:
- Primarily interfacing with Coatings and Fireproofing subcontractors, potentially can be expanded to include other subcontracted scopes.
- Overall planning, coordination, and scheduling of subcontractor work Interface with Lead Superintendents, Lead Field Engineers, the direct hire team and other team members; serve as a focal point for coordination of work by assigned subcontracts.
- Monitoring and inspecting the subcontractor’s quality of work, validating subcontractors installed quantities and monthly progress payments and invoices.
- Monitoring subcontractor force account, time and management reports, and coordinating subcontractor’s activities with work performed by others.
- Performing surveillances and inspections of subcontractors’ work to confirm compliance with subcontract requirements; monitoring subcontractor submittals and coordinating project review of same, and coordinating with Engineering when applicable.
- Exercises professional judgment within the framework of broad guidelines provided by superiors.
- Providing direction to subcontractors, construction office technical or clerical personnel.
- May participate as the Construction representative during the formation and bid, evaluate, and award phases of assigned subcontracts, and monitoring the subcontractors work processes to ensure adherence to the principles of the Integrated Safety Management System to ensure health and safety of the worker, and quality, productivity, and consistency of the workplace.
- Operates with considerable latitude, exercising independent judgment and utilizing construction knowledge and experience in the resolution of typical questions and problems which may arise.
- Manages and coordinates Subcontractor Construction Work Packages (CWPs) to support subcontract activities in the field.
- Manages subcontract-specific Condition Reports including creating Corrective Action Plans and participating in Casual (apparent/root) Analysis Coordinates subcontract execution and scheduling needs with Project Controls, Lead Superintendents, and Lead Field Engineers and/or Area Team.
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Working knowledge of the Bechtel Standard Work Processes Procedures (SWPPs) and the related Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
- Demonstrate commitment to a “Zero Accidents” safety program.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills with Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
- Construction Field experience in execution of a subcontract and direct hire related to Coatings and Fireproofing.
- Understanding of Cost Accounting Standards, and determination process for applicability to the work. Previous experience as a Quality Control Representative Previous experience managing construction subcontracts and field design changes.
- Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and participate in project walk-downs which may require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, using fall protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE), walking on elevated platforms, walking on uneven surfaces, and maneuvering around very small and/or confined spaces.
- Candidates should be self-starters, highly motivated, requiring little supervision, and able to work well in a team environment.
- Demonstration of strong safety culture and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- AMPP Certification for Intumescent Fireproofing Coating Application Specialist
- AMPP Certification for Certified Coatings Inspector Certification (CIP Level 2)
- ICC Certification for Spray-applied Fireproofing Special Inspector
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.
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. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Representative
Align your degree to the role description
TN approval for Technical Representative positions turns on whether your bachelor's degree field matches the technical specialty you'll be representing. A mechanical engineering degree supports industrial equipment roles; a computer science degree supports software product lines. Generic business degrees rarely satisfy the requirement.
Target manufacturers with dedicated technical sales teams
Companies that sell complex equipment, scientific instruments, or enterprise software routinely sponsor Technical Representative roles under TN. Search by NAICS codes for manufacturing and technology wholesale sectors, where the specialty occupation connection is clearest and hiring managers already understand the visa category.
Request a TN support letter before your start date
Canadian citizens present their employer's TN support letter directly at a port of entry, with no USCIS filing required. Get the letter drafted and reviewed at least two weeks out so you can correct any errors in the job duties description before you reach the border.
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers actively filing TN paperwork
Not every employer advertising Technical Representative roles knows how to sponsor TN status. Migrate Mate filters opportunities by employers with documented TN and immigration filing history, so you spend your time on companies already set up to move quickly through the process.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Some Technical Representative roles are with federal contractors required to use E-Verify. Confirming enrollment before you sign saves you from a delayed start date if the employer needs to register for the first time after extending your offer.
Document your product expertise in writing before the interview
CBP officers and USCIS adjudicators assess whether the role genuinely requires specialized technical knowledge. Prepare a one-page summary of the specific products, systems, or technologies you'll represent and how your degree connects to them. This sharpens your employer's support letter and your own border interview responses.
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Find Technical Representative JobsTechnical Representative TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Representative role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position requires applying specialized technical or scientific knowledge and you hold a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. CBP evaluates whether the duties go beyond general sales into genuine technical consulting, installation guidance, or product specification work. Roles that are predominantly account management without a technical component are more likely to be challenged at the port of entry.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Technical Representative positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition filing, which means you can start within days of a job offer rather than waiting months for approval. H-1B requires an employer petition, is subject to annual quota selection, and takes significantly longer to adjudicate. For Canadian professionals with a qualifying degree, TN is the faster and more predictable path into a Technical Representative role.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor TN status for this role?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Technical Representative opportunities from employers with verified TN and immigration sponsorship history, so you aren't guessing which companies will support your application. Filtering by employers who already understand the TN process significantly reduces the time between offer and start date.
What happens if CBP denies my TN application at the border?
You're turned away without being admitted, but a denial doesn't bar you from reapplying. The most common reason for Technical Representative denials is a weak connection between the job duties described in the support letter and your academic credentials. Review the officer's notes, revise the duties description with your employer to emphasize the technical depth of the role, and reapply with a stronger letter.
Can Mexican citizens also get TN sponsorship for Technical Representative jobs?
Yes, but the process differs. Mexican nationals must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry, and a USCIS-approved petition is required. There is an annual allocation for Mexican TN applicants, though it has not historically been exhausted. The qualifying occupation and degree requirements are identical to those for Canadian applicants.
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