Field Engineer/Construction Manager

Conception to Reality, Inc. (CTR) provides project management, engineering, and construction management services to large-scale food and beverage packaging and process manufacturers. Established in 1994, CTR has built a strong record of helping clients improve operations through cost savings, increased production capacity, and improved line efficiency. Our projects have spanned more than 1,000 job sites across North America. We hold each other accountable and work together to solve problems. We roll up our sleeves, get dirty, work hard, and move quickly. We care about each other, our clients, and the environment we live in.

About the role

The Field Engineer / Construction Manager oversees field engineering and construction activities within the approved project scope, schedule, and budget. This role provides experienced field and industry support, manages contractors and vendors, and serves as a key point of contact for clients and project staff.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Manage field engineering and construction activities through project completion.
• Oversee the daily work of contractors and vendors.
• Manage contractors and vendors to execute the approved project scope and schedule.
• Conduct daily site meetings while on location.
• Prepare and distribute daily project reports.
• Monitor project costs and help manage work within the approved budget.
• Manage permitting and related fees.
• Request purchase orders and change orders as needed.
• Track and communicate project changes that may affect scope, schedule, or budget.
• Create and update MS Project schedules.
• Create charts and spreadsheets using data and analysis in MS Excel.
• Coordinate and conduct on-site bid meetings with vendors and contractors.
• Conduct design reviews and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Manage marked-up "As-Built" documents and drawings.
• Read, interpret, and mark up manufacturing line drawings.
• Ensure installation meets customer specifications, project requirements, and applicable standards.
• Ensure contractors and vendors follow site safety requirements and project rules.
• Manage the completion of project punch lists.
• Train or oversee the training of customer production employees at project completion.
• Support the Project Manager with conceptual work and feasibility activities.
• Assist with site audits and development of scope-of-work documents based on the project design premise.
• Resolve field issues and keep project activities moving toward completion.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Technical manufacturing knowledge and practical project management experience preferred.
• Manufacturing field experience, especially in the food and beverage industry, strongly preferred.
• Background in a production environment as a Project Engineer, Maintenance Manager, and/or Production Manager preferred.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, and construction activities preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Experience using AutoCAD Viewer.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 75% to client sites, depending on project needs.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing projects, process systems, equipment, and operations.
• Ability to build and maintain successful relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of a client organization.
• Ability to resolve problems, make decisions, and find practical solutions.
• Ability to create and update Gantt chart-style schedules.
• Ability to read, interpret, and mark up manufacturing line drawings.
• Basic ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to create project plans using logical and organized thinking.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and execute an organized plan.
• Ability to work independently while also supporting the project team.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance.
• 401k with up to 4% employer match.
• Flexible and Hybrid work schedule.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Frequently required to stand or walk for long periods of time (6-8 hours).
• Climb stairs and ladders and navigate all areas of a construction zone and functioning plant environment.
• Operate measuring equipment and work at a computer.
• Talk and hear, and comply with all safety regulations.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Work is usually performed in an office environment, occasionally in a manufacturing or construction environment, with frequent (75%) travel to sites required.
• The manufacturing environment is usually noisy and may be hot, cold, and/or wet.
• Long and off-shift hours are occasionally required.
• Safety shoes, safety vests, safety glasses, and ear protection are required when on-site at client manufacturing or construction locations.
• Hair nets and beard nets are also required when on-site at client manufacturing locations.