Field Engineering Manager

Hatch•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Field Engineering ManagerReports To: Site Manager 1. SummaryThe Field Engineering Manager is responsible to coordinate and manage Field Engineering efforts on site to ensure the completed work complies with the engineering design, codes and standards for the project. The Field Engineering Manager is the primary liaison with home office Engineering and is responsible for coordination and resolution of technical issues on site. Field Engineering also supports Project Management, Site Quality Management, Site HS&E, Site Procurement, Site Contract Administration and Commissioning. The Field Engineering Manager reports directly to the Site Manager and is functionally responsible to the project Engineering Manager. 2. Key Responsibilities• Responsible for all aspects of on-site engineering including the discipline administrative function and ensures appropriate technical personnel are assigned to the project. • Manages, supervises, directs and reviews activities of the field engineering team in the performance of on-site engineering design required during the course of construction, commissioning and handover. • Provides technical support to the Construction Management Team (CMT), construction supervisors and Contractors. • Manages field change processes and Contractor RFI’s per Hatch PLP procedures. • Assists the Construction Manager to plan, budget and implement training/development programs for resources assigned to the project. • Coordinates local permitting and inspection requirements as required (i.e.: building and occupancy permits, boiler safety registration processes, etc.). • Assists CMT to develop and implement the Field Engineering section of the Construction Execution Plan. • Provides on-site monitoring and engineering assistance with the constructability program. • Performs review of Contractor CWP submittals, ITPs and Method Statements. • Review of commissioning data for site verification purposes of design and performance results. • Responsible and accountable for the timely resolution of cross-discipline clashes or conflicts arising from the engineering deliverables. • Supports Site Procurement/Contracting as required. • Identifies quality concerns, supports site quality management processes to ensure quality assurance and conformance to project requirements. • Manages requests for substitutions, alternates, concessions, proposed alternative designs and/or changes and resolves these in a timely manner in consultation with the home office Engineering Manager or other project stakeholders as applicable. • Coordinates inspections with consultants, Client and applicable regulators/authorities. • Manages and coordinates the preparation of red-line markups and as-built/record drawings and documents as per the project close-out and handover plan. • Monitors site document control to ensure appropriate, timely distribution of documents/data. • Supports Site HS&E to ensure that construction proceeds safely and in accordance with project and jurisdictional Health, Safety and Environmental requirements and regulations.

Requirements

University degree/technical diploma in an engineering discipline appropriate to the specific project or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Demonstrable track record combining multi-disciplinary engineering management on major projects with sufficient and relative on-site construction/field engineering experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of design criteria, application of engineering processes, and materials of construction.
Proficient with engineering/technical software/systems and their application to the project.
General knowledge of industry and regulatory standards applicable to the project and the local jurisdiction.
Understanding of procurement, contracting, and administrative practices.
Competent organizational skills combined with efficient time management.
Comprehensive knowledge of project planning and multi-discipline interfaces.
Understanding of drawing production processes and document control methodologies.
Expertise in Contractor/Vendor As-Built procedures and submittals.
Understanding of project controls and progress measurement relative to Construction Work Package methodology.
Ability to evaluate proposed technical options and provide solutions in a timely manner.
Strong communication skills, effectively manages key project stakeholder relationships (including internal and external clients).
Leadership qualities and skills required to lead and motivate teams, transfer expertise, and mentor/coach others.
Adaptable to change and able to facilitate high pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

Registration as a Professional Engineer with the governing authority in the local jurisdiction.
Knowledge of construction means and methods across all disciplines.
Pre-operational testing and inspection/commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage Field Engineering efforts on site to ensure the completed work complies with the engineering design, codes and standards for the project.
Serve as the primary liaison with home office Engineering and be responsible for coordination and resolution of technical issues on site.
Support Project Management, Site Quality Management, Site HS&E, Site Procurement, Site Contract Administration and Commissioning.
Manage all aspects of on-site engineering, including the discipline administrative function, and ensure appropriate technical personnel are assigned to the project.
Manage, supervise, direct, and review activities of the field engineering team in the performance of on-site engineering design required during construction, commissioning, and handover.
Provide technical support to the Construction Management Team (CMT), construction supervisors, and Contractors.
Manage field change processes and Contractor RFIs per Hatch PLP procedures.
Assist the Construction Manager in planning, budgeting, and implementing training/development programs for project resources.
Coordinate local permitting and inspection requirements.
Assist CMT in developing and implementing the Field Engineering section of the Construction Execution Plan.
Provide on-site monitoring and engineering assistance with the constructability program.
Perform review of Contractor CWP submittals, ITPs, and Method Statements.
Review commissioning data for site verification of design and performance results.
Be responsible and accountable for the timely resolution of cross-discipline clashes or conflicts arising from engineering deliverables.
Support Site Procurement/Contracting as required.
Identify quality concerns and support site quality management processes to ensure quality assurance and conformance to project requirements.
Manage requests for substitutions, alternates, concessions, proposed alternative designs, and/or changes, and resolve them in a timely manner in consultation with the home office Engineering Manager or other project stakeholders.
Coordinate inspections with consultants, Client, and applicable regulators/authorities.
Manage and coordinate the preparation of red-line markups and as-built/record drawings and documents as per the project close-out and handover plan.
Monitor site document control to ensure appropriate, timely distribution of documents/data.
Support Site HS&E to ensure construction proceeds safely and in accordance with project and jurisdictional Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements and regulations.