Field Engineer

Nicholson Construction Company•New York, NY

83d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical, quality control and administrative support to Superintendents, Project Engineers and Project Managers on job sites. This is a temporary, full time position located at our jobsite near Manhattan, NY.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree is required along with 0-3 years of construction equipment/ techniques (i.e. drawings, specifications, building materials, surveying, design, or geotechnical work)
Prior construction site work experience a plus.
Basic knowledge of bidding and job costing procedures
Knowledgeable in structural and geotechnical designs related to our techniques
Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Converse effectively using both verbal and written communication.
Make decisions and assume accountability
Concentrate on tasks
Demonstrate ability to manage stress and emotions as related to the workplace
Attention to detail
Identify and resolve conflict
Assess safety and risk
Lift, carry, pull and push at least 40 pounds
Travel per the company travel policy, often overnight and away from home

Nice To Haves

Prior construction site work experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensures that all Nicholson and OSHA safety regulations are followed and enforced
Performs field quality control tests
Prepares and manage quality control and production records
Orders materials, writes purchase orders, and tracks inventory
Runs small work crews (technical tasks like water testing, load testing, etc.)
Researches and resolves drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
Performs field surveys and resolves geometry issues
Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work
Assists in preparation of change order documentation and claim analysis
Ensures all installation follows Nicholson Quality Control Manual