Intern-Field Engineer

DRAGADOS•Scottsdale, AZ

46d

About The Position

This role will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager, Superintendent, Project Engineer(s), and all other on-site construction staff in various areas of the project. Specific areas may include tracking and assistance with RFI's; processing change orders; general project layout assistance relating to engineering plans and specs; and assisting with the project close out process.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited College or University Civil Engineering or similar program.
A basic understanding of the working concepts of Heavy Civil/Tunnel/Bridge/Highway projects from start to finish - bidding process through project close out.
Ability to understand basic project components and analyze schematics such as engineering drawings and specs; estimates, change orders, and schedules.
Knowledge and experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Organizational ability - able to plan, prioritize, organize and monitor activities and projects. Able to work well in a group environment and foster a team approach.
Pre-employment background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

Assist with evaluation of field conditions and acceptance testing
Support quality assurance and quality control engineering materials testing
Review project drawings and coordinate any design changes
Review shop drawings for accuracy and completeness
Provide document control assistance for correspondence, submittals, design releases etc.
Initiate engineering design clarifications
Perform quantity tracking and productivity analysis for maximization of operation efficiency
Assist with preparing and updating project schedule and interact will all involved in scheduling decision processes
Manage subcontractors field operations and verify contract payments
Provide design assistance to the project engineer for the design of temporary structures using computer aided design tools
Respond to field for design clarification
Executes other duties and responsibilities as needed