Field Engineer

About the role

The Weitz Company is hiring a Field Engineer to be located in the Denver, CO metro. The Field Engineer assists with the supervision of the field work performed on the assigned projects by The Weitz Company or its subcontractors. A Field Engineer typically reports directly to the Project Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Participate, as required, in the development of the project plan, moisture infiltration plan, risk mitigation plan, freeze review plan, etc. and ensure proper execution.
• Make recommendations to the supervisor for design or other changes that will enhance the quality of the project, reduce operating and maintenance costs, improve the scheduled completion, or decrease construction costs.
• Aid Superintendent with equipment review and planning.
• Aid Superintendent with pre-construction meetings with appropriate subcontractors prior to their start in the field.
• Maintain and protect all tools, equipment, and materials on the jobsite.
• Aid Superintendent with layout, as directed, that information is conveyed to involved parties.
• Aid Superintendent with site logistics and cleanup to present a professional image to the public.
• Maintain accurate cost reporting.
• Respond effectively to RFI's and coordinate response in field.
• Aid the Project Superintendent, if requested, in developing, updating, and maintaining the project schedule. Document all delays and inform Project Superintendent.
• Aid in monitoring the field performance for all aspects of the project, including subcontractors, employees, consultants, schedules, quality, and costs.
• Maintain routine relations with owners' and architects' representatives. Major disputes or problems encountered are discussed with appropriate supervisor; assist with resolution.
• Set up, organize, read, communicate, and update project schedules utilizing computerized scheduling software.

Requirements

• Education: An industry-related college degree is required.
• Experience: A previous internship with a construction-related firm or a minimum of two years of project management construction experience.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines; detail-oriented and highly organized; technology: experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad), and the ability to learn specific software; solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Technology: experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad), and the ability to learn specific software.
• Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred.

Benefits

Competitive Pay
Rewarding Bonus Program
Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Fully Paid Parental Leave
Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Pay

Competitive Pay

Schedule

N/A