Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related engineering field; equivalent experience may be considered.
0-5 years of construction, design, or field support experience.
Knowledge of construction techniques, drawings, and applicable standards.
Strong communication skills for effective interface management.
Familiarity with project management software like CMiC, P6, and CAD.
Responsibilities
Ensure personal and team safety by adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Assist with construction layout, procurement, and scheduling tasks.
Conduct field inspections to verify compliance with plans and specifications.
Prepare documentation such as status reports and material calculations.
Create drawings and sketches to support construction activities.
Facilitate approvals for work method statements and permits.
Provide field support to supervision and craft labor for safe execution of tasks.
Resolve drawing interpretation issues and manage RFIs.
Establish building control lines for accurate material installation.
Review correspondence and manage subcontractor pay applications.
Benefits
Group health benefits including medical, dental, and vision options.
100% company-paid life and disability insurance.
Flexible Time Off Program for vacation and personal time.
Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
Paid Parental Leave Program.
10 paid holidays annually.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
Employee Referral Program.
Full Job Description
MWH Constructors is currently seeking a Field Engineer to support a multi-million-dollar wastewater treatment plant project in Austin, TX.
The Field Engineer will provide technical and field support to project management and project supervision staff to ensure construction work is performed efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with company policy and engineering standards.
Essential Functions
Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees following the company health and safety guidelines and policies.
Assist with construction layout, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, document controls, material purchases, deliveries and inventory, and project controls.
Perform ongoing field and quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable work plans, permits, codes, drawings, and specifications.
Prepare and disseminate required documentation records such as materials and equipment submittals, status reports, sketches of work completed, material requirement calculations, etc., to supervisor.
Prepare drawings and sketching's to support construction work, temporary works, work method statements, change orders, estimates, etc.
Prepare/facilitate and submit work method statements, ensure requisite approvals and permits are obtained prior to work commencement.
Provide in the field support to supervision and craft labor to facilitate the planned and safe execution of construction activities and lead selected activities as required or directed
Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors initiate RFI's and follow through to resolution.
Layout and provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials.
Review incoming correspondence and initiate action on it, review and process subcontractor's pay applications, review of the project schedule, process RFI's and produce weekly and monthly construction progress reports.
Assist with review and analyze contractor claims, prepare change orders, and manage claims and change order records.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering or related field; an equivalent combination of time served construction experience, skills and training may also be considered as an equitable qualification.
0-5 years of construction, design and/or field support experience/knowledge.
Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
Ability to manage interfaces and communicate effectively with others.
Familiarity with Project Management data base systems such as CMiC, P6, Bluebeam, CAD, Expedition, SharePoint, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior field experience on construction projects
Onsite experience with a self-performing contractor, demonstrating successful performance on projects greater than $10M is a plus.
Prior Survey experience
Compensation
The anticipated salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000, based on experience.
Benefits
Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Paid Parental Leave Program
10 Paid Holidays
401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
Employee Referral Program
About MWH Constructors
MWH Constructors is a global construction firm that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, dams, and other large-scale infrastructure projects. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, MWH Constructors has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. The company's expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction allows them to provide turnkey solutions to their clients, from initial design to final commissioning. MWH Constructors is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built to the highest standards of safety and quality.
