Field Engineer

Position Summary

This position is accountable for planning, directing, and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work varying shifts, long hours (8-12 hours) and weekend hours according to project needs.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation and planning of pre-job meetings (examples: plans, specification, budgets, cost targets, scheduling, and others as necessary).
• Assists Project Manager(s) in the management of all assigned jobs.
• Reviews & processes shop drawings and submittals (including those from subcontractors), checking for accuracy when compared to drawings and specifications.
• Distributes all drawing revisions to Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s) and Subcontractors; and request new shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as necessary to match revisions.
• Pricess all drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets; review with Project Manager(s) and submit to General Contractor or client; update stick set and drawing log with each revision received.
• Maintains the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for each assigned project.
• Keeps all project schedules updated with actual durations for each task as compared to the original Base-Line Schedule; document all applicable delays (weather, GC, suppliers, others).
• Orders, ensures timely delivery, and reviews accuracy of materials such as rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning.
• Contact the Superintendent(s) on assigned job(s) frequently and visit job site(s) regularly to identify problems and assist in reaching solutions.
• Approves and codes assigned invoices, as requested by project manager.
• Tracks Manhours & Job Cost for all assigned jobs weekly.
• Mets with Superintendents to identify target cost to complete job under budget.
• Aids Project Manager(s) with End of Month Financial Reports for all assigned jobs.
• Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.
• Coodinates project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies.

Position Requirements

• A minimum of (1) year of construction related experience.
• BS Degree in Construction Management required or related discipline and field experience in commercial concrete construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• In addition, the incumbent must have working knowledge of Project Engineer functions.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Project, Adobe, construction drawings software (i.e., PlanGrid), and ability to learn new software systems as required for the position.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with employees at all levels, clients, vendors, and suppliers.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work well under pressure and high stress situations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills for project efficiency.
• Ability to work in different weather conditions (heat, cold, etc.) and office settings (office, trailer at the field, etc.).

Physical/Mental Requirements

• The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.