Field Engineer

About the role

This position is accountable for planning, directing, and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. The role requires flexibility to work varying shifts, long hours (8-12 hours), and weekend hours according to project needs. The incumbent must support the company’s guiding beliefs and core values centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, all built upon the foundation of Integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation and planning of pre-job meetings (e.g., plans, specifications, budgets, cost targets, scheduling).
• Assists Project Manager(s) in managing all assigned jobs.
• Reviews and processes shop drawings and submittals (including those from subcontractors), checking for accuracy against drawings and specifications.
• Distributes all drawing revisions to Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s), and Subcontractors; requests new shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as necessary to match revisions.
• Prices all drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets; reviews with Project Manager(s) and submits to General Contractor or client; updates stick set and drawing log with each revision.
• Maintains the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for each assigned project.
• Keeps all project schedules updated with actual durations for each task compared to the original Base-Line Schedule; documents applicable delays (e.g., weather, GC, suppliers).
• Orders, ensures timely delivery, and reviews accuracy of materials such as rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning.
• Contacts Superintendent(s) frequently and visits job sites regularly to identify problems and assist in reaching solutions.
• Approves and codes assigned invoices as requested by the project manager.
• Tracks Manhours and Job Cost for all assigned jobs weekly.
• Meets with Superintendents to identify target costs to complete jobs under budget.
• Assists Project Manager(s) with End of Month Financial Reports for all assigned jobs.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients, or others.
• Coordinates project activities with government regulatory or other governmental agencies.
• Maintains confidentiality by not disclosing proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the company.

Employee Safety and Compliance

• Responsible and accountable for personal safety and the safety of co-workers and others encountered.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task if an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.
• Reports violations of applicable laws, regulations, or company policies promptly; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as assigned (e.g., certification training, safety training, procedure review).

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of construction-related experience.
• BS Degree in Construction Management or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and field experience in commercial concrete construction.
• Working knowledge of Project Engineer functions.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Project, Adobe, and construction drawings software (e.g., PlanGrid); ability to learn new software systems as required.
• 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 in 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 various weather conditions (heat, cold) and office settings (office, field trailer).

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes.
• Must be able to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
• Must remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as directed by safety representatives or management.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner during emergencies.