Bechtel
About the Role Join one of the world's most respected engineering and construction companies as a Junior Project Scheduler in Santiago. Since 1898, Bechtel has completed more than 25,000 projects across 160 countries, helping to build critical infrastructure, advance clean energy technologies, and create lasting positive impact worldwide. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your planning expertise while contributing to projects that extract vital resources supporting the global energy transition to net zero emissions. This developmental role is designed for emerging professionals who have already begun building planning skills and are eager to advance their careers in project scheduling and controls. You'll work on critical minerals projects that provide key components for clean energy technologies, from wind turbines to batteries, directly supporting the world's shift toward sustainable energy solutions. Key Responsibilities Assist in developing, maintaining, and monitoring comprehensive project schedules using critical path methodology (CPM) principles Support schedule updates and continuous monitoring activities, identifying deviations from planned timelines and collaborating with project teams to develop and implement effective mitigation strategies Help integrate the complete scope of work for all project functions, departments, and disciplines into cohesive, logical scheduling sequences Participate in resource loading and leveling activities, developing progress curves, workforce distributions, and sustained rate analyses to ensure realistic and achievable project planning Work under the guidance of senior project schedulers to evaluate and review activity durations across all disciplines, ensuring alignment with critical project milestones and deliverables Support communication of schedule information to various disciplines and departments, facilitating buy-in and ensuring clear understanding of responsibilities and timelines Assist in executing comparative analyses with similar completed projects to validate plan viability and demonstrate scheduling best practices Conduct "what if" scenario analyses to determine activity criticality and recommend schedule optimization alternatives to project leadership Participate in schedule review meetings and present findings to project stakeholders as required Maintain adherence to established EPC work processes and procedures throughout all planning and execution activities Support development of schedule reports, dashboards, and visual representations of project progress for various audience levels Requirements Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) with 2-5 years of relevant experience, OR 6-9 years of relevant work experience without degree Required Skills & Knowledge: Proven experience in developing, monitoring, updating, and reviewing plans and schedules for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects Familiarity with schedule control tools including percent complete methodologies, workforce curves, and progress measurement techniques Proficiency with industry-standard software applications, particularly Primavera scheduling software Advanced competency with Microsoft Office Suite applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, PowerBI, and Teams Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to present work products and participate effectively in project meetings Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required Working knowledge of critical path methodology and resource management principles Understanding of EPC project phases and milestone development Analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to identify potential scheduling conflicts or optimization opportunities What We Offer Bechtel provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. Our robust benefits program reflects our commitment to helping our teams thrive while tackling some of the world's most challenging engineering projects. We invest in career advancement programs, cultural enhancement initiatives, and work-life balance opportunities that enable our people to build lasting, meaningful careers. As part of our diverse, global organization, you'll join colleagues from varied nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds, contributing to our reputation as a trusted partner and innovative problem solver. We foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to pursue their professional goals while making a meaningful impact on projects that shape the world's infrastructure and energy future. Work Arrangement: Full-time office/project-based position in Santiago with no relocation assistance provided.