Field Engineer Intern

Primoris Services Corporation; Swindon; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking Field Engineer Interns for a site-based role on our energy construction projects. You will assist with daily operations, cost tracking, and QA/QC enforcement under supervision of senior staff.

Expect collaboration across engineering review, procurement, construction, and startup activities for high/medium voltage electrical systems. Ideal candidates are pursuing a four-year degree in construction management or engineering, with strong communication skills and

Formación

• Pursuing a four-year degree in construction management or engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project tools.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willing to relocate to the project site for the duration of the project.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor daily production and costs for major work items; prepare reports.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers.
• Support QA/QC, safety programs, and on-site documentation.
• Assist RFIs, submittals, and project closeout activities.
• Assist in document control and Plan of the Day communications.

Conocimientos

Effective communication

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Educación

Bachelors in construction management or engineering (in progress)

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Visio

Descripción del empleo

Job Overview:

Primoris Renewable Energy is currently seeking Field Engineer Interns to join our team. This position will be a site-based role. Administers daily operations of project site under supervision of Trade Superintendent, Project Engineer, Project Manager and Site Manager. Ensures and maintains cost, safety, schedule, and quality of project. Provides input and technical expertise for power generating construction projects. Support of Engineering review, procurement (if necessary), construction, and start-up of a high or medium voltage electrical system. Responsible for installation guidance, QA/QC enforcement, scheduling support and owner correspondence. Review and final submittal to Owner of Engineer As-builts, and project system packages (Job Books). Assist Trade Superintendents with supervision of craft personnel and subcontractors to ensure a safe, productive quality job is attained and costs are controlled in the construction field operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Complete daily production and costs monitoring for major work items by ensuring production, cost data and safety are collected from prior day. The Field Engineer/Coordinator is responsible for accurately preparing, reviewing, and analyzing daily cost reports to be shared with supervisors for purposes of comparison analysis and planning. Reviews daily costs and production reports.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors, vendors and material suppliers. Develops and maintains a good working relationship with clients, subcontractors, vendors, land-owners, co-workers, etc. to strengthen company position. Represents the company in a professional manner; and documents conversations with subcontractors, vendors, etc., to protect the company’s interests.
• Understand the owner contract, purchase contracts and subcontract documents to understand the inclusions/exclusions and schedule for the purpose of invoice payment. Validates, reconciles and maintains accurate quantities for billing purposes and communicates differences to project management.
• Responsible for the project equipment and material transactions and the monitoring of inventory of equipment, small tools and materials.
• Ensures a safe work environment by complying with company’s safety policies as well as complying with federal and state safety regulations. Ensures all subcontractor equipment, materials, and small tools are in safe operating condition. Assure there are written procedures and document a new formal plan if changes are needed. Assist in administering on-site Risk Management programs and serves as on-site Safety Representative when necessary.
• The FE/FCC shall familiarize themselves with the project design documents, specifications, Quality Plan and Inspection and Test Plan (ITP). Must operate in compliance with the project Quality Plan, Work Methods, and Primoris processes and practices. The FE/FC is responsible for administering and managing of the project Quality documentation. The FE/FC shall be accountable for the assembly of documentation for job books. The FE/FC will assist with the coordination/preparation of alignment meetings with various subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders. The FE/FC will assist with Quality inspections, benchmarking and assessments as deemed necessary. The FE/FC shall cover additional responsibilities delegated by the Site Manager, PE/PC and Trade Superintendent to assure project compliance with defined Quality requirements.
• Participates in assigned meetings, which includes the taking of notes for developmental purposes and, if necessary, for meeting documentation; and generates monthly manager meeting documents (i.e. project indicators, project Visio, etc.) and daily Plan of the Day documents.
• Coordinate with Site Manager and Project Engineer to apply for and complete local permits as specified by the contract. Identify and work with local utility companies for all scopes of work. Perform the applicable One-Call and acquire appropriate ticket numbers and maintain the One-Call log. Work with land owners and monitor borrow and waste agreement and any other lease agreements (i.e. water, land) necessary for the project.
• Responsible for accuracy of all Foreman and Subcontractor daily reports including work codes, labor hours, equipment hours and production reporting.
• Analyze and interpret field information by frequent interactions with the field in all scopes of work being performed.
• Conduct project kick-off and close out activities according to Primoris procedures (kick-off and close out meetings for Estimating, final inventory, disconnect utilities, etc.).
• Understand and assists with all contractual and subcontract closeout activities (job book, as-builts, etc.).
• Initiate RFIs for questions or issues that arise during construction activities. Follow the written RFI process, populate the correct fields, and attach required documentation. Notify the Project Engineer of all RFIs for review and processing.
• Review and research products or materials to be used, to gather information and documentation required for submittal to the client for approval. Initiate a submittal using the written submittal process and populate the correct fields. Notify the Project Engineer of the submittal for review and processing.
• Assist Project Engineer, as directed, in preparing submittals for Client approval.
• Assist in document control, as needed, for field drawings by working with the Site Manager, Project Engineer, and Trade Superintendent to perform audits on field drawings to confirm the latest revisions are being used. Mark any drawings found which are not to the correct revision and provide and distribute new drawings immediately.
• Work Plan preparation by doing takeoffs, preparing Material Request Forms. Coordinates with the Trade Superintendents to do the assigned pre-construction checks.
• Monitor purchased consumables found on site or stored in the warehouse, to assure they are approved per the submittal process.
• Assist Trade Superintendent with establishing and maintaining crew and equipment matrixes, comparing information back to established Work Plans and updating Operations Analysis as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing a four-year degree in construction management, engineering or related field; or equivalent education and experience (in progress). Some construction experience is preferred.
• Accounting (math and record-keeping).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, Outlook, Visio, Primavera).
• Effective communication (oral, written, presentation, listening).
• Effective motivational and supervisory skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks.
• FE/FC are expected to re-locate to the project site for the duration of each construction project they are assigned to (project duration averages 6-18 months).
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean-shaven, long sleeves, steel-toe boots).
• Must pass a physical exam if required.
• Able to:
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).
  • Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).
• Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.

WORK LOCATION:

• Construction sites.

MOBILITY BARRIERS:

• Uneven ground
• Obstructed pathways
• Work at low/high elevations
• Confined workspaces

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Predominantly outdoor work
• Exposure to:
  • Extreme heat or cold
  • Humidity, rain, and other weather conditions
  • Loud noise from tools and machinery
  • Potential chemical exposure

Company Overview:

Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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