Carolinas Field Engineer 2027

Turner Construction Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Charlotte, NC, seeks an Entry-level Field Operations Assistant to support project teams in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating information to build the project per contract documents.

You will help ensure safety standards, meet schedule requirements, and achieve high-quality construction, reporting to the Project Superintendent or Superintendents. Strong teamwork and eagerness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from an accredited program in Engineering, Construction or related field.
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Nice interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with computer applications and Microsoft Office.
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control.
• Assist in implementation of site safety program.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and regulations.
• Assist in maintenance of contract documents and electronic field documents.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCRs).
• Review work for accuracy within tolerances.
• Review drawings, specs, and shop drawings for coordination.
• Assist in preparation of project as-builts.
• Protect Turner interests in matters related to the project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Computer literacy

Education

Two years college education

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

• Division: Carolinas
• Project Location(s): Charlotte, NC 28201 USA
• Job Type: Regular
• Job Classification: Entry
• Job Family: Construction
• Compensation: Salaried Non-Exempt

Position Description: Assigned to a field operations team to assist in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating information needed to construct the project in accordance with contract documents and to assure work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible.

Reports to: Project Superintendent or Superintendents

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control as required.
• Assist in implementation of site safety program as required.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR's).
• Review work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in preparation of project as-builts.
• Assist in protection and promotion of interests of Turner and in related matters.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction or relevant education
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.