Field Project Engineer

Job Summary: This role will oversee the construction phase of multiple design-build projects in the $25,000 to $1,500,000 range to ensure successful completion. Directs various aspects of workflow and scheduling of the assigned project providing technical expertise. Responsibilities will include interfacing with customer, review of estimated project costs, coordinating and directing crew leaders, craft, and subcontractors, and providing quality and technical guidance. This role will also be very involved with the early design phase of design-build projects, collaborating with the project design team, providing estimating, technical layout, and constructability input. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Frequent travel to job sites is required. This position reports to the Division Manager of Engineered Construction.

Pay Depending on Experience 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers to understand project requirements and determine necessary resources.
• Prepare accurate and detailed project estimates by thoroughly reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, and other relevant information.
• Monitor and provide input on the overall construction effort to ensure projects are completed according to design, budget, and schedule. This includes maintaining effective communication with clients, architects/engineers, and other contractors.
• Direct and support on-site crew leaders to ensure projects are executed efficiently and within budget.
• Analyzes equipment, systems, processes, and systems to identify modifications to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Ensures compliance with codes, guidelines, best practices, and policies.
• Collaborates with the operations department to identify and troubleshoot problems.
• Provide technical assistance to craftsmen, including interpreting drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, and troubleshooting issues.
• Coordinate the procurement of materials, equipment rentals, subcontractor selection, and identify any special equipment needs.
• Support the expectations and goals for crew leaders and ensure they are equipped to meet project requirements.
• Develop and submit drawings, sketches, subcontracts, shop fabrication, change orders, estimates, etc., as needed to support work.
• Leads the technical layout and constructability input to CAD drafter, gathers as-built information, and provides input to CAD drafter for as-built record drawings.
• Ensure completed work complies with codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and maintains documentation records, including status reports, punch lists, material requirement calculations, etc., to facilitate efficient project execution.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems construction, including quality standards, codes, and trade practices for process piping, utility piping, welding, plumbing, and refrigeration, as well as a working knowledge of cost estimating and project management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including communication, organization, and relationship building.
• Familiarity with the customer's industry, manufacturing processes, construction equipment, and techniques.
• Proficient in navigating and reading paper and electronic design documents and 3D modeling.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including the Windows environment, Microsoft Word, Excel, and project management software.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma required; AS or BS degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or equivalent experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to navigate all areas of a construction site in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift to 40 pounds.

Comments: The above description captures the primary duties and responsibilities of the job. Please note that this description is not exhaustive and that other related tasks may be assigned as needed.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We strive to create a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.