Field Engineer 2- Self Perform, Advanced Facilities Group

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Field Engineer 2 supports construction activities for routine projects and helps ensure crew work is performed efficiently and effectively. The role performs assigned work personally and supervises a crew as a working foreman. It supports JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values and is part of the Advanced Facilities Group, which works on industrial and manufacturing, data center, and semiconductor projects. The position works with tools as part of a crew, plans and reports self-perform work, and coordinates with the superintendent, contractors, and project team. It helps prepare crew task plans and lookahead schedules, supports project safety and quality activities, assists with cost and equipment analysis, and participates in planning, inspections, reviews, and Lean construction practices. The position builds knowledge of construction methods, equipment, company standards, and project support functions through hands-on assignments and training.

Requirements

At least 2 years of construction experience.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge of crane flagging and rigging.
Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources.
Knowledge of construction management means and methods.
Knowledge of Lean processes and philosophy.
Proficiency in required JE Dunn construction technology.
Ability to apply construction management fundamentals.
Knowledge of self-perform work and labor productivity.
Ability to assess and optimize project productivity.
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
Participation in a federally required training or apprenticeship program, depending on location.
0–2 years of construction supervision experience.
Ability to acquire knowledge of layout skills and productivity rates.

Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of project-specific safety plans and the company’s safety culture, promoting an injury-free environment and mentoring others.
Work with tools as part of a crew of craftsmen to complete assigned self-perform work.
Plan, execute, and report self-perform work.
Pre-plan crew activities, fulfill daily task plan requirements, complete lookahead schedules, and provide updates to a supervisor.
Help create and implement project safety plans and support compliance through training, toolbox talks, and communication with safety representatives.
Help control costs by identifying process improvements.
Support quality assurance and quality control activities for assigned tasks.
Assist with material and other costs (MOC) and equipment analysis.
Work with the superintendent on tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform packaging, and coordination with contractors.
Participate in punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, and quality reviews, and prepare required documentation.
Participate in or lead components of weekly work plans, lookaheads, and other planning meetings.
Coordinate with company functions and support roles to meet project needs.
Participate in or lead components of Lean construction practices, including the Last Planner System.
Participate in planning the sequencing and coordination of crafts.
Learn and apply company standards for equipment use and construction processes.
Collaborate with project team members and tradespeople, demonstrating teamwork and developing communication and interpersonal skills.