Field Engineer Jobs

Overview:

Great opportunity to join an industry-leading organization that is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions to build critical infrastructure projects. Ideally coming from a background in the heavy civil infastructure industry, this person will provide technical engineering information to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes and contract specifications.

What you will be doing:

• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Conducts required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel. Attends weekly safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
• Collects, coordinates and analysis shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of Company values and strategic plan.
• Notifies team members and manager of any significant schedule changes and recommends solutions for management consideration.
• Assists the estimating team with project schedules and provides technical input as needed.
• Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
• Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
• Reconciles job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Reviews and approves daily timecards for all Company construction crews. Works with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors to resolve timecard inquiries, as needed.

What we are looking for:

• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• 1+ year experience preferred.
• Construction engineering experience or knowledge required.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.

Why work for us:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP

Salary Min: USD $75,000.00/Yr. Salary Max: USD $82,000.00/Yr.