Multifamily-Field Engineer - Nashville

D.R. Horton•Smyrna, TN

27d•Onsite

About The Position

DHI Communities, a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc., is seeking a Multifamily-Field Engineer. This role will support the Project Manager and Superintendent(s) in overseeing subcontractors and suppliers on a project site. The position requires adherence to D.R. Horton's and DHI Communities' policies and procedures, while maintaining a professional image. The role involves reviewing construction documents, monitoring changes, inspecting site conditions and work quality, ensuring subcontractor compliance with reporting and safety, and managing project documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
One to two years of related experience and/or training
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Must have good working knowledge of construction management theory and practice
Must be PC proficient and have a good knowledge of construction business software, including scheduling, estimating, spreadsheets, and word processing
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction or related field preferred
Experience in multi-family construction preferred
Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Review the project’s construction documents, looking for possible future problems and conflicts.
Update and monitor all construction documents with changes and addenda.
Walk the site looking for usage practices, unauthorized personnel, product deficiencies or improper construction methods and report all identified unsafe work practices to supervisor.
Inspect all foundations prior to concrete placement, verifying dimensions, cleaning beam bottoms, checking cable chairs, verifying proper cable clearance and coverage, etc.
Ensure that all subcontractors accurately complete and submit their daily reports and weekly safety meeting minutes.
Record work progress on daily reports by issuing subcontractor’s reports and observations.
Develop, organize and track office documents as directed by Project Manager and Superintendent.
Help create, distribute and manage punch list to all rough trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, phone, TV, fire and framing).
Check all rough trade’s work prior to inspection by City Officials.
Check all material deliveries, ensuring quality and count.
Maintain delivery log.
Check all trusses for broken members and proper bracing. Order any truss repairs from manufacturer prior to inspection by structural engineer.
Walk truss inspections with structural engineer.
Comply with company safety policies.