Field Engineer - Construction

PROJECT ENGINEER

This position is responsible for coordinating and generating documentation such as RFIs, submittals, memos, transmittals, purchase orders, subcontracts, and change orders. Your focus will include scheduling the delivery of materials and mobilizing subcontractor personnel on behalf of the superintendent. You will also be responsible for verifying the accuracy of submittals, confirming final drawings, inspecting installed materials, and identifying as-built changes during project closeout.

In this role you will …

• Assist in managing the project budget and develop scenarios to help achieve that budget
• Coordinate up to $5 million per year of subcontracts and purchase orders
• Setup project files and maintenance of all plans and specifications, while ensuring appropriate distribution of copies to field offices
• Communicate with subcontractors to inform them of upcoming bids; distribute plans, specifications, and addenda; and ensure they have adequate certificates of insurance
• Create and track submittals, transmittals, requests for information, and shop drawing logs
• Confirm that all materials are delivered on time and are in compliance with project drawings and specifications
• Monitor quality control and safety programs to ensure the project is following approved plans
• Take notes on conversations with all parties involved in the project, file all correspondence in project files, and assist in preparation of reports
• Coordinate all closeout procedures including O&M manuals, as-builts, warranties, keys, and extra materials
• Record and distribute meeting minutes
• Assist with estimating and review subcontractor quotes for accuracy
• Generate work plans and document job site activities, including progress pictures
• Develop and maintain project schedules

As the ideal candidate you …

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Have previous relevant experience in construction management.
• Are willing and able to relocate to Ross Group offices or project sites, typically located throughout the South and Midwest.
• Have a proven history of dependability in meeting attendance guidelines, following instructions, and timely responses.
• Excel at managing rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals.
• Don’t mind flexible work hours, with an average of 50 hours per week or as needed.
• Use strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of employees, Ross Group management, and outside partners such as owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Exhibit appropriate leadership skills and abilities

Expectations in this role include …

• Identifying problems, gathering and analyzing information, and making appropriate recommendations to make your project successful
• Meeting established goals, while ensuring quality of work through accuracy and thoroughness
• Being flexible, well organized, and detail oriented, using efficient time management skills to meeting project deadlines and schedules
• Making timely decisions using sound and accurate judgment while keeping appropriate people informed in the decision process.
• Having a working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Primavera
• Working to increase your job knowledge, using resources effectively and exhibiting the ability to learn and apply new skills

You are physically able to …

• Work outdoors in extreme conditions such as cold, heat, and humidity on an occasional basis
• Stand, climb, bend, and stoop on an occasional basis
• Use visual and auditory skills

Some positions warrant eligibility for a monthly auto allowance. When an employee is deemed eligible, the use of the vehicle must be for the employer’s convenience; the use of the vehicle must be required as a condition of employment; vehicle must qualify as an acceptable vehicle defined by Company depending on the employee’s function within the organization.

Status: Exempt

Reports To: Project Manager

Secondarily Reports To: Vice-President of Operations