Field Engineering Manager

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About the role

The Field Engineering Manager coordinates and manages Field Engineering efforts on site to ensure completed work complies with engineering design, codes, and standards for the project. This role serves as the primary liaison with home office Engineering and is responsible for coordination and resolution of technical issues on site. Field Engineering also supports Project Management, Site Quality Management, Site HS&E, Site Procurement, Site Contract Administration, and Commissioning. The Field Engineering Manager reports directly to the Site Manager and is functionally responsible to the project Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of on-site engineering, including discipline administrative functions, and ensure appropriate technical personnel are assigned to the project.
• Manage, supervise, direct, and review activities of the field engineering team in performing on-site engineering design required during construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Provide technical support to the Construction Management Team (CMT), construction supervisors, and Contractors.
• Manage field change processes and Contractor RFIs per Hatch PLP procedures.
• Assist the Construction Manager in planning, budgeting, and implementing training/development programs for project resources.
• Coordinate local permitting and inspection requirements (e.g., building and occupancy permits, boiler safety registration processes).
• Assist CMT in developing and implementing the Field Engineering section of the Construction Execution Plan.
• Provide on-site monitoring and engineering assistance with the constructability program.
• Review Contractor CWP submittals, ITPs, and Method Statements.
• Review commissioning data for site verification of design and performance results.
• Resolve cross-discipline clashes or conflicts arising from engineering deliverables in a timely manner.
• Support Site Procurement/Contracting as required.
• Identify quality concerns and support site quality management processes to ensure quality assurance and conformance to project requirements.
• Manage requests for substitutions, alternates, concessions, proposed alternative designs, and/or changes, resolving them in consultation with the home office Engineering Manager or other stakeholders.
• Coordinate inspections with consultants, Client, and applicable regulators/authorities.
• Manage and coordinate the preparation of red-line markups and as-built/record drawings and documents per the project close-out and handover plan.
• Monitor site document control to ensure appropriate, timely distribution of documents/data.
• Support Site HS&E to ensure construction proceeds safely and in accordance with project and jurisdictional Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements.

Requirements

• University degree/technical diploma in an engineering discipline appropriate to the specific project or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Demonstrable track record combining multi-disciplinary engineering management on major projects with sufficient and relative on-site construction/field engineering experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of design criteria, application of engineering processes, and materials of construction.
• Proficiency with engineering/technical software/systems and their application to the project.
• General knowledge of industry and regulatory standards applicable to the project and the local jurisdiction.
• Understanding of procurement, contracting, and administrative practices.
• Competent organizational skills combined with efficient time management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project planning and multi-discipline interfaces.
• Understanding of drawing production processes and document control methodologies.
• Expertise in Contractor/Vendor As-Built procedures and submittals.
• Understanding of project controls and progress measurement relative to Construction Work Package methodology.
• Ability to evaluate proposed technical options and provide solutions in a timely manner.
• Strong communication skills to effectively manage key project stakeholder relationships (including internal and external clients).
• Leadership qualities and skills required to lead and motivate teams, transfer expertise, and mentor/coach others.
• Adaptability to change and ability to facilitate high-pressure situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer with the governing authority in the local jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods across all disciplines.
• Pre-operational testing and inspection/commissioning experience.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to collaborate on exciting projects and develop innovative solutions.
• Work with a diverse, inclusive team that fosters innovation.

Site is located near Winnemucca, NV.