Field Engineer

Overview

Collins Engineers, Inc., a leader in the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries, is looking for a motivated, self-starter to join our Salt Lake City team as a Field Engineer. This role will provide the opportunity to work on construction projects. There will also be work in the field and regional travel. The successful candidate will have a background in construction management.

This position offers creative individuals the space to thrive. It allows for the chance to take ownership of your projects, to push for new ideas and new ways of doing things and to obtain the resources needed to follow through on your plans. Applicants will enjoy a problem-solving atmosphere and the freedom to bring their best to the job. We offer plenty of opportunities for growth, working with professionals who have decades of experience developing industry-defining techniques.

SUMMARY

The Resident Engineer is responsible to provide leadership and direct oversight of the Construction Management team and will work closely with the owner to ensure the goals of the project are met.

Position Description

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Interprets construction plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Provides technical expertise to the client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves issues.
• Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
• Is active in technical societies.
• Develops engineering papers and presentations.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises engineering and construction inspection activities (Projects under $15M Construction Costs).
• Responsible to act as the owner representative and is the contractor point of contact for all correspondence including submittals, RFI’s, contract modifications, contractor notifications, claims, and project directives.
• Ensures overall quality in the completed projects.
• Develops and implements a project work plan that sets the protocols of the team to ensure the goals of the project are met.
• Leads all project meetings.
• Coordinates project submittals, cost control, scheduling, reporting, and document control activities.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Develops, documents, and implements contract modifications.
• Develops and tracks project activities relating to cost, specifications, changes, and schedule.
• Ensures accurate client billings and monitors outstanding accounts receivable.
• Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, and estimating project costs.
• Proactively interacts with the contractor.
• Is available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Directs and supervises the work of other engineers, technicians and administrative staff.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
• Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receives such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited four-year university; P.E. License; appropriate continuing education; detailed engineering knowledge of staging, electrical construction, utility construction, roadway construction, and bridge construction; and 5+ years of construction management or related experience.
• Must have Utah Department of Transportation Experience
• Extensive use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, scheduling software, and construction management databases/tracking software is required for this role.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Ability to obtain certifications for material sampling/testing for aggregates, concrete, asphalt, grading, etc. (ACI, NICET or state certifications)
• Ability to obtain certifications for inspection of roadways, bridges, coatings, etc. (NICET or state certifications)
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Information

. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As a federal contractor, Collins Engineers is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Collins Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer.

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