Senior Field Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All duties and responsibilities include the following, however, other duties may be assigned. To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Review thoroughly the Project Documents and become familiar with Project participants (i.e. Architect, Owner, local authorities, Subcontractors and Suppliers) to enable productive day-to-day operations between the company and other participants. Represent the company in project meetings, as required.
• Assist in determining submittal requirements. Expedite materials/equipment from the pre-approval stage through the final delivery stage to ensure the correct material/equipment is delivered to meet the project schedule. Includes reviewing, correcting and obtaining approvals on all submittals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the overall project schedule, and short-term schedules. Make regular site visits to observe and inspect that the project is being built properly and that it is progressing on schedule.
• Duties may also include maintaining daily records and preparation and submittal of weekly timesheets and/or prevailing wage payrolls to payroll clerk.
• Receive, evaluate and disseminate correspondence, directives, questions, clarifications, and other information between Owner, Architect, Subcontractors, and Suppliers, to ensure the timely response of requested information, and changes and directives are being acted upon by all participants.
• Assist in maintaining project files and documentation, including transmittals, telephone conversations, submittals, letters, etc., assuring that project documentation is organized and complete so that a clear and accurate history of the project is maintained.
• Assist in tracking Subcontractor/Supplier and company self-performed work, to provide justification for billing.
• When directed, expedite and obtain all necessary permits (building, occupancy, etc.), all record documents (i.e. as-built drawings, operation & maintenance manuals, warranties, etc.) are received in a timely manner so as to not delay construction progress or payments.
• Assist Superintendent with material handling and logistics on site.
• Assist Superintendent with managing a trade partner on project to include participating in morning meetings and reviewing Pre-Task Plans. (PTP)
• Provide support on field items such as inspections, permitting (When required), quality review, punch list items, housekeeping, and safety activities
• Support the survey and layout teams on projects (i.e. establishing grid lines/elevcation controls, identifying control points, etc)
• Perform additional duties as assigned and directed by a supervisor or other authorized person.

Management Responsibilities

None

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

Knowledge of methods and technology, sufficient to have the ability to determine proper construction sequencing, procurement planning, and review submittals. Ability to maintain, inform and communicate with construction team. Ability to make well-informed decisions on behalf of the company and know when to seek assistance from higher authority after making decisions. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately. Knowledge of and application skills in Geometry, Trigonometry, and Algebra. Working knowledge of computers and standard company software. Thorough knowledge of company policies and procedures.

Education

Associates Degree or Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent combination of education, technical training, and related experience.

Experience

2 years of experience in construction management, construction trades or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None required

Physical Requirements

• Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally, especially when managing multiple projects and during problematic opening and/or closing phases of projects, mental stress can be taxing.
• May be required to work long hours for extended periods of time.

Special Job Dimensions

The office provides a safe and healthy work environment, is adequately heated and cooled, is free from exposure and extreme conditions, has appropriate lighting and office furnishings, and is smoke-free and drug-free. While performing the duties of this

* NOTE – Where allowed, employees who work in positions classified as “safety-sensitive” can be disciplined if they test positive for marijuana or its metabolites, even if they have a valid state medical marijuana license. In addition, Flintco may also refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs who test positive for marijuana as part of a pre-employment drug test, even if those applicants can produce a valid medical marijuana patient license.