New College Grad - Field Engineer

Flatiron Construction Corp•Virginia Beach, VA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Engineer, you will be a driving force behind projects, providing technical engineering information to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, and contract specifications. This role involves leading with precision and tackling complex challenges to build stronger, more resilient communities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
Construction engineering experience or knowledge required.
Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

1+ year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
Collects, coordinates and analyzes shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and compliance.
Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or processes that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
Reviews and approves daily timecards for all Company construction crews. Works with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors to resolve timecard inquiries, as needed.
Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.