Field Engineer
About The Position
The Field Engineer position at PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy projects. This role involves gaining hands-on experience in construction, engineering, and project management. PCL is a 100% employee-owned company committed to building opportunities, careers, and communities. Travel is required for this position, with potential project locations across various states. Per-diem is available for eligible candidates, and there may be opportunities to transfer to subsequent projects upon completion of the current one. PCL emphasizes investing in both the future of construction and the careers of its employees.
Requirements
- Associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field: construction management, engineering, architecture preferred, or equivalent experience.
- 0 to 8-12 months of varied experience as field engineer/coordinator preferred; time acquired during internships in the field may count as experience.
- Knowledge of construction specifications, and methods and procedures (e.g., formwork methodologies, self-perform work, subcontracted work scopes, temporary work, equipment, and scheduling techniques).
- Understands and applies construction principles to problem solve.
- Effective verbal and written communication with supervisors and subcontractors, and reports.
- Proven track record to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Writes clear technical communication to trade contractors, designers and inspectors.
- Develops and maintains effective partner relationships.
- Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and construction related software.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
- Mentors and leads inspections and orientations, identifies hazards and corrections, and leads by example for health and safety practices and procedures.
- Coordinates with superintendent on workforce planning.
- Maintains project document control and procedures.
- Supports project engineers and/or superintendents to lead trade contractors, including requests for information (RFIs), shop drawings, changes, and billings.
- Participates in the supervision of self-perform scopes, including resolving crew sizes, labor tracking, and quantity tracking for Labor Cost Reports (LCRs).
- Mentors and coaches field engineers and students/interns).
- Identifies issues on-site or in defined work scopes.
- Coordinates third-party inspections and site reviews.
- Participates in crafting, implementing, and supervising quality plan, Inspection and Test Plan (ITP).
- Develop and maintains positive relationships focusing on all partners.
Benefits
- Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
- Annual discretionary performance bonuses
- 401(k) with company match
- Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
- Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave and family care support
- HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
- Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
- Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
- Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
