Assistant Field Engineer

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)•Rockville, MD

3d•$78,000 - $95,000

About The Position

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. The Assistant Field Engineer is responsible for assisting in performing engineering duties including coordination, layout, quality control and monitoring utilized in the in planning, and construction of our projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES Perform responsibilities with excellence in service, integrity and building relationships as exemplified in DAVIS core values Assist with the process of installing all survey control work for project Performs basic survey functions using measuring tape, plumb bob, chalk lines, carpenters level, square, survey prisms, tribrach, tripods, pole and builders level Perform basic functions using data collector in conjunction with manual and robotic total stations Basic ability to interpret plans for layout of locations and quality control in field Assist with the creation of Layout Control Sheets for projects Performs plane geometry and trigonometry to determine coordinate locations for layout Monitor that subcontractor’s performance is in accordance with contract requirements and industry accepted standards Maintain clean and organized equipment and office files; assists with maintenance of project documents including posting drawings with design changes and documentation of as-built field conditions. Assist with recordkeeping in the form of field notes, sketches, reports and daily logs Assist with interpretation of drawings and specifications including review of shop drawings and submittals for consistency with contract documents Understand and review field computations Perform quality control inspections Prepare work areas at job site for field engineering activities Maintain inventory of survey supplies needed for project Knowledgeable of DAVIS engineering best practices Perform equipment internal calibrations and maintain outside calibration schedule Perform other duties as assigned DAVIS COMMON ATTRIBUTES SAFETY – Consistently works within DAVIS safety standards; promotes safety as a priority with coworkers, subcontractors and external clients TEAM COLLABORATION – Works effectively within their own team and across the organization; promotes team atmosphere and culture; has a positive, can-do attitude COMMITMENT TO QUALITY – Applies DAVIS standards to produce high quality work on a consistent basis; produces work that is accurate and reliable, actively demonstrates excellence in service; builds and maintains integrity as a core function of their job and in their relationships with others CHAMPIONS DAVIS BUSINESS – Consistently markets DAVIS business within the scope of their job; actively seeks and/or supports new business opportunities; actively builds relationships and encourages others to do the same

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years’ construction engineering experience
Associate or Bachelors degree in Engineering, Surveying, or a related field preferred
Proficient at reading and understanding contract drawing, including but not limited to both structural and architectural drawings, with the ability to cross check between the two documents as needed
Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills
Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization
MS Office – Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook experience
Experience with software applications (i.e.: CAD, Modeling, Point Creation Tools, Data Collection Software, etc.)
Experience working with total stations and handheld field controllers

Responsibilities

Assist with the process of installing all survey control work for project
Performs basic survey functions using measuring tape, plumb bob, chalk lines, carpenters level, square, survey prisms, tribrach, tripods, pole and builders level
Perform basic functions using data collector in conjunction with manual and robotic total stations
Basic ability to interpret plans for layout of locations and quality control in field
Assist with the creation of Layout Control Sheets for projects
Performs plane geometry and trigonometry to determine coordinate locations for layout
Monitor that subcontractor’s performance is in accordance with contract requirements and industry accepted standards
Maintain clean and organized equipment and office files; assists with maintenance of project documents including posting drawings with design changes and documentation of as-built field conditions.
Assist with recordkeeping in the form of field notes, sketches, reports and daily logs
Assist with interpretation of drawings and specifications including review of shop drawings and submittals for consistency with contract documents
Understand and review field computations
Perform quality control inspections
Prepare work areas at job site for field engineering activities
Maintain inventory of survey supplies needed for project
Knowledgeable of DAVIS engineering best practices
Perform equipment internal calibrations and maintain outside calibration schedule
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA.
DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education.
Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave.
Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

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