Multifamily-Field Engineer - Phoenix

D.R. Horton•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DHI Communities, the multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc., is seeking a Multifamily-Field Engineer in Phoenix. The role assists the Project Manager and Superintendent(s) with managing subcontractors and suppliers at a project site, following company policies and procedures and representing D.R. Horton and DHI Communities professionally. The Field Engineer reviews and updates construction documents, monitors site practices and work progress, supports inspections and punch-list activities, checks deliveries and construction materials, and maintains project records. The position also directly manages two or more employees in the Land Department and performs associated supervisory duties, including hiring, training, work assignment, performance appraisal, and addressing employee concerns.

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.
Good working knowledge of construction management theory and practice.
PC proficiency and good knowledge of construction business software, including scheduling, estimating, spreadsheets, and word processing.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written or oral form or through DRH applications.
Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction or a related field.
Experience in multifamily construction.
Ability to multitask and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Review construction documents to identify potential future problems and conflicts.
Update and monitor construction documents to reflect changes and addenda.
Walk the site to identify usage practices, unauthorized personnel, product deficiencies, improper construction methods, and unsafe work practices; report unsafe practices to a supervisor.
Inspect foundations before concrete placement, checking dimensions, beam-bottom cleanliness, cable chairs, and cable clearance and coverage.
Ensure subcontractors complete and submit daily reports and weekly safety meeting minutes.
Record work progress in daily reports, including subcontractor reports and observations.
Develop, organize, and track office documents as directed by the Project Manager and Superintendent.
Help create, distribute, and manage punch lists for rough trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, security, phone, TV, fire, and framing.
Check rough-trade work before inspection by City Officials.
Check material deliveries for quality and count, and maintain a delivery log.
Check trusses for broken members and proper bracing; arrange repairs with the manufacturer before structural engineer inspection.
Participate in truss inspections with the structural engineer.
Comply with company safety policies.
Directly manage two or more Land Department employees, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning and assigning work, directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.