Sr. Field Engineer

Position Summary

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and supervising construction projects by planning, organizing, and controlling day-to-day tasks; completes quality inspections; supervises sub-contractors and field engineers.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, plans, specifications, contractual documents, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
• Provides critical information about the current status of a project and accurately estimates how it will finish from a cost and revenue perspective from where it started
• Works closely with Walkers/Superintendents regarding project planning, field leadership, work plan development, submissions, and approvals
• Conducts recurring team meetings to stay aligned with expectations and goals of a project
• Manages complex material supplies and drafts scopes of work for subcontractors
• Develop work plans and hazard analysis plans for crews to follow to safely execute the work
• Understands and promotes innovation for cost and schedule improvements
• Inspects project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications, safety standards, and productivity goals
• Performs complex construction designs - SOE, Hydraulics, PLC, Marine, etc.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc.
• Ability to relocate as needed

Required Skills

• Demonstrate the ability and behavior necessary to lead others in accomplishing individual and team goals.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Strong ability to mentor team members
• Supports safety in job performance and communication
• Promotes a work environment that is professional and constructive
• Ability to work well in a non-structured environment
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, database management, AutoCAD

Required Experience

• Education/Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil engineering, or engineering-related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in heavy civil construction
• Experience with Bridge Construction strongly preferred
• Marine construction experience is preferred