The Field Engineer provides field oversight and inspection for ongoing projects to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications/construction, as well as ensuring compliance with required/prescribed quality standards. This position will require heavy traveling as most of the work will be done out in the field throughout the many states we are operating in.
Responsibilities- Partner with the Project Manager to oversee the design and implementation of construction projects
- Create and inspect drawings and designs for projects.
- Work as a liaison between contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers
- Document work flow processes and provide updates on work progress
- Ensure proper maintenance of onsite equipment
- Supervise and direct onsite crew
- Draft and submit reports
- Complete daily inspections of Job Site
- Ensure conformance of field work with contract specifications and documents
- Availability to work 7 days a week (base will be 40 hour work week)
- Monday - Friday during the pre-construction phase
- Must be available for field work occasionally on weekends once construction begins
- Observes construction practices are required for compliance of project/construction operations with federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, company procedures, and contractual requirements
- Performs inspection of construction activities
- Coordinates internally with other project execution disciplines and external suppliers to ensure proper quality control planning is performed
- Helps create and/or gather required documents and information to support the successful completion of relevant project activities
- Helps represent the construction team in project meeting settings
- Makes sound and prudent decisions and recommends course of action, especially when only limited facts are available
- Solve problems quickly in the field
- May be tasked with other special duties as assigned by the Project Manager on technical projects (i.e., investigation, analysis, and design) in specific areas of expertise
Skill Requirements- Railroad construction experience preferred
- Understanding safety guidelines
- Attention to detail and excellent time management skills
- Analytical and strong problem-solving ability
- The ability to communicate in a professional manner with owner's representatives, coworkers and direct supervisors
- Ability to complete work under time pressure and to maintain composure under the stress of emergency situations
- Must be able to work well with others
Work Experience Requirements- Railroad Construction experience is preferred
- Must be able to read and understand construction plans, drawings and specifications
- Experience with civil construction/track work, preferred
- Knowledge of track or general construction, preferred
- Familiar with Microsoft Suites, P6, HCCS and BIM, preferred
- Familiar with Submittal and RFI process
- Understands safety guidelines
Education Requirements- High School Diploma/GED required
- 4 year college degree in Construction Management/Engineering
- Or, 5+ years of construction experience with 3+ years of managing/supervising work crews
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS- Work in extreme all-weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow and sleet)
- Able to walk on uneven surfaces over sometimes great distances
- Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time
- Exposed to loud noise
- May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be willing to travel
- May be required to work long hours including evenings and weekends
$75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Benefits Include:
- Excellent benefits package: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
