Civil Field Engineer Intern

Gemma Power Systems•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Civil Field Engineer Intern, you will engage in various work assignments, tasks, and activities of varying complexity while applying standard engineering techniques & procedures. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or another Engineering or Construction-related field and will be strongly considering a career in power generation or large-scale/industrial construction following graduation. This position will be based at our project site located just outside of the Austin, TX area - if you are not local to the site itself, Gemma will help to cover some of your travel & lodging expenses. Join Gemma’s growing construction team! The Civil Field Engineer Intern is primarily responsible for supporting construction activities by planning, organizing, & implementing the project controls system, assisting with subcontracts & material management, and supporting purchasing & scheduling. Candidates should possess a commitment to top quality and an unwavering work ethic, be able to identify conflicts & provide solutions, and have a vast attention to detail.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Power Engineering, or another Engineering or Construction-related area of study.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft programs, particularly Excel.
Highly motivated individual with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Strong work ethic and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
Demonstrated commitment to ethics & integrity.
Passionate about & dedicated to high standards of safety & quality.
Formidable organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail.
Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Understand the Scope of Work (SOW), contract, plans, and specifications.
Interface & collaborate with Superintendents to identify discrepancies in documentation and obtain solutions.
Review technical changes requested by field supervisor.
Expedite testing reports, review for specification compliance, and provide to Quality Control.
Help ensure federal, state, and local compliance codes, compliance of drawings, and permit drawings including SWPPP and NPDES.
Assist with the scheduling of building inspectors and code officials.
Provide documentation for change order requests.
Interface with the Subcontract Administrator on management of subcontractors and major purchase orders.
Review documentation & assist in the management of the process required for the completion of all Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs).
Conduct field verification of quantities installed for Quantitative Performance Report (QPR).
Support field cost estimating as required.
Prepare & maintain mark-ups and review as-builts.
Review turnover documentation with Superintendents for compliance and completeness.
Work with Logistics and Receiving to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Create & track Requests for Information (RFIs) as required.
Prepare material requisitions for discipline Superintendents and coordinate with material suppliers for specification compliance.
Provide field verification to confirm existing conditions are in compliance with job specifications.
Coordinate with Superintendent to schedule field testing subcontractors (concrete/soils).
Generate & track punch list items.
Track & record lessons learned.