Field Engineer

ALLY Construction Services • Lansdale, PA

1d • $55,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re an entrepreneur, fast-growing team of project managers, estimators, superintendents, safety and administrative support personnel. As leaders in quality construction management, we’re committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base. POSITION SUMMARY As a Field Engineer reporting to a Superintendent, Sr. Superintendent or Vice President pending assignment, you will assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct the project in accordance with the contract documents and to assure the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible. In this position you will support the field operations team, work to troubleshoot challenges, assist with on-site project administration, coordination of activities and technical management. The Field Engineer in the performance of their duties is also responsible for the protection and promotion of the interest of ALLY Construction Services and all matters. This role is well suited to analytical and critical thinkers who can apply logic and theories to problems, have the patience to find resolutions to complex issues, and have strong communication skills. Field Engineers take pride in providing a high-quality product on schedule, consistent with the customer’s vision and project objectives.

Requirements

• Must have good interpersonal skills, desire to learn, ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
• A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word and Excel) and Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Ability to work in a campus setting and corporate style environment.
• Pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience (or similar) preferred.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.
• May perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be a team player.
• Possess ALLY’s core values: Adaptability Safety Client Service Accountability Team Culture
• Four-year college degree with formal engineering or architectural training or equivalent building construction experience and summer internship/co-op experience in construction highly desirable.
• Must have reliable transportation and when driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance are required as a condition of employment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Adherence to ALLY’s employment and corporate policies.
• Quality performance of duties listed in the job description.
• Respectful interaction with other employees, owners, consultants, and subcontractors, and the general public.
• Must be a team player.

Nice To Haves

• A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word and Excel) and Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience (or similar) preferred.
• Four-year college degree with formal engineering or architectural training or equivalent building construction experience and summer internship/co-op experience in construction highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of the site safety program, project procedures and work rules as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with ALLY safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Review all work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist with problem solving, writing reports to outline issues and potential solutions, and working to create more efficient resolutions.
• Assist more senior personnel by supporting the construction effort in the field to ensure that the project is completed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, and customer objectives.
• Provide support for regularly conducted on-site meetings with subcontractors, vendors and others as appropriate with respect to schedule, safety issues, and other matters relating to performance in the field.
• Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Assist with the timely preparation of field reports (i.e. daily superintendent’s reports, safety reports, etc.) and distribute to the office.
• Support the organization, the establishment, and maintenance of the onsite field office to project a professional image (organized, clean, signage, etc.).
• Interface and work harmoniously with respective Project Managers, Superintendents and other ALLY Construction Services’ personnel.
• Continue education in areas including OSHA and safety, means and methods, codes, management skills, new technology, etc.
• Maintain current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.
• Develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of all ALLY Construction Services disciplines, including their role as the customer.

Benefits

• Salary range of $55K - $70K
• Paid time off to include vacation, flex (sick/personal) and your birthday!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family dependents (base plan 100% paid)
• HSA, Dependent Care, and HRA programs
• 401K Savings/Retirement plan
• Life Insurance (1X of salary paid by ALLY)
• Short term disability insurance
• Employee referral program incentives
• Volunteer program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great team environment with fun, caring, hardworking people

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level