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Bechtel

Piling Superintendent

Houston, TX · On-site

Required Knowledge and Skills: • Prior experience building complex, large structural projects. • Prior experience with Piling Installation • Prior experience managing Union craft. • Knowledge ...

Bechtel

Piling Superintendent

Houston, TX

Required Knowledge and Skills: • Prior experience building complex, large structural projects. • Prior experience with Piling Installation • Prior experience managing Union craft. • Knowledge ...

Berkel & Company Contractors Inc

Be Seen First

Project /Field Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Berkel & Company Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Project/Field Engineer for our regional office located in Houston, TX, to specialize in projects related to Auger Pressure Grouted Piling, Displacement ...

Russell Marine LLC

Pile Driver

Channelview, TX · On-site

Unload and assemble pile driving hammers and leads in addition to various types of piling - concrete, pipe, H-piling, timber, and steel sheet piling. * Perform site preparation for installation of ...

Quanta Services

Primavera P6 Scheduler

Houston, TX · On-site

Piling and surcharge/ground improvement operations * Rail embankment and track construction * Drainage, paving, and utility installation * Integrate subcontractor, procurement, and field input into ...

W.T. Byler Co., LLC

Primavera P6 Scheduler

Houston, TX · On-site

Piling and surcharge/ground improvement operations * Rail embankment and track construction * Drainage, paving, and utility installation * Integrate subcontractor, procurement, and field input into ...

Venturegloballng

Senior Engineer, Structural

Houston, TX

$96K - $130K/yr

Review the work of engineers and designers developing engineering and design documents for Piling & Foundation and Module & Stick Built Steel Pipe Racks/Structures as needed for the project.

Pulice

Geomatics Modeler

Houston, TX · On-site

$108K/yr

Develop and maintain models in Trimble Business Center, including corridors, finish surfaces, subgrades, utility models, site models, piling models, and borehole-derived undercut models.

Russell Marine LLC

Estimator

Channelview, TX · On-site

Perform thorough quantity take-offs and pricing evaluations across diverse trades, encompassing foundations, piling, civil, mechanical, concrete, and building aspects. * Generate comprehensive ...

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How much do piling jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for piling in Houston, TX is $77,332.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,698.00 and $101,767.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in piling, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Piling role, you need a solid understanding of construction site safety, foundation engineering principles, and the operation of heavy machinery, often supported by a relevant trade qualification or certification. Familiarity with piling rigs, drilling equipment, geotechnical testing tools, and certifications such as CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) are frequently required. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with site managers and other trades are highly valued. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality foundation work in demanding construction environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in piling?

Professionals in piling handle daily tasks such as setting up and operating pile driving or drilling machinery, interpreting project plans and geotechnical data, and ensuring all equipment is maintained and safe to use. They work closely with site supervisors, engineers, and other construction teams to meet project specifications and timelines. Attention to safety protocols and adapting to varying soil and site conditions are integral parts of the job. This dynamic role often involves both outdoor fieldwork and occasional night or weekend shifts, especially on large-scale civil engineering projects.

What is piling?

A Piling job involves installing deep foundations to support structures like buildings, bridges, and towers. Piling workers operate heavy machinery to drive steel, concrete, or wooden piles into the ground, ensuring stability in various soil conditions. This role requires physical strength, technical skills, and knowledge of construction safety regulations. Piling is essential in projects where traditional shallow foundations are not sufficient.

What does a piling contractor do?

A piling contractor specializes in installing deep foundation elements called piles to support structures. They operate heavy machinery, such as pile drivers, and ensure proper placement and stability of the piles according to engineering specifications. The work often involves site preparation, safety protocols, and sometimes working in challenging environmental conditions.
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Piling Superintendent

Bechtel

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Bechtel rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 65 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

275th of 446 rated engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 293379
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Houston, TX

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.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will lead a team and supervise superintendents and/or craft professionals on a project. You will direct craft professional activities and work schedules, and coordinate subcontract work activities and team development. Your oversight will ensure craft professionals have the tools required to be productive, comply with project policies, procedures, and job site work rules and procedures, and perform within specifications, schedules and budgets. #LI-SM2
Major Responsibilities:
  • Leadership / Supervision (Discipline Supervision up to 50 craft)
  • Supervises and/or directs craft activities as assigned.
  • Schedules work to be performed and reviews work accomplished by each craft.

Planning / Productivity
  • Determines workforce requirements.
  • Coordinates established area operational plans.

Tools, Materials & Equipment
  • Monitors tool and equipment usage on the site.
  • Oversees the preparation of Field Material Requisitions for tools and consumables and ensures that the crafts have the tools they require to be productive.

Safety & Quality
  • Ensures the most current design document is used to complete the work and that all design changes are approved prior to implementation.
  • Ensures assigned construction operations and subcontractors' performance are in compliance with specifications and within schedules and budgets.

Technical
  • Works with Construction Field Engineers, Foremen, and Craft Professionals, in interpreting Engineering design documents, vendor documents, and other technical documents
  • Oversees engineering solutions with Subcontractors, and Foremen and Craft Professionals.

Education and Experience Requirements:
  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
• Prior experience building complex, large structural projects.
• Prior experience with Piling Installation
• Prior experience managing Union craft.
• Knowledge of Bechtel's Zero Accident Philosophy.
• Knowledge of the Project ES&H Handbook, the Supervisors ES&H Manual, the Project Safety Management Plan, and the Bechtel Core Processes.
• Knowledge of the Six Sigma program tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities.
• Knowledge of Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPPs).
• Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications in accordance with current Bechtel Standard Application Program (BSAP) standards.Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment.
• Knowledge of the use of subcontracts, and the contractor and subcontractor's responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
• Experience working with, supervising, and administering subcontractors and/or Direct Hire workforce.
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. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
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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