Civil Field Engineer

RailWorks Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation in New York is seeking a field-focused civil engineering professional to monitor projects, manage field coordination, and support the project manager with scheduling and procurement. The role involves writing RFIs, obtaining submittals, and using construction management software to keep field activities on track.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 1 year in construction engineering and a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or Project Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Project Management; an advanced degree is a plus (In lieu of a degree, extensive experience in the military, railroad/construction, or related field will be considered)
• Knowledge of all general contract and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, and surveying instruments
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications, and to comprehend and recognize safety standards and issues
• Ability to inspect materials and structures and to identify defects
• Thorough knowledge of current industry quality standards
• Experience with procurement processes, budgets and cost control methods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to assist in planning projects
• Directs or participates in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction
• Interprets design drawings, electrical drawings, specifications, and codes and provides technical support during installations
• Provides technical support to contractors and reviews documents submitted by contractors to ensure compliance with specifications, schedules, and company standards
• Reviews subcontracts and drawings before issuance to subcontractors and filing
• Assists in interpreting Interprets and resolving questions regarding designs, codes, and specifications
• Assists in the preparation of field design changes and updates drawings for field use as required by field conditions and regulations
• Monitors project schedules and provides input for problem resolution and schedule revisions
• Provides field verification of materials; investigates and/or tests specific construction materials to determine compliance to specifications or standards
• Inspects project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety standards
• Monitors subcontract activities to ensure materials, equipment and workmanship comply with design plans and specifications
• Inspects completed projects to ensure safety or compliance with applicable standards or regulations
• Assists the scheduler as needed by gathering, preparing, and forecasting manpower, schedule, and cost data.
• Ensures that procurement provides timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet the construction schedule
• Maintains blueprints and field books
• Prepares field purchase requisitions, and procures construction material
• Prepares final records for the projects.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Blueprint reading

Interpreting technical instructions

Procurement & cost control

Microsoft Office

Field coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Project Management

Advanced degree (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Founded in 1904, L.K. Comstock & Company LLC is one of the largest specialty electrical contractors for transit rail systems in the United States. With over 100 successful projects for more than 30 transit agencies and work valued at more than $3 billion, we bring a legacy of excellence to every project. As a subsidiary of RailWorks LLC, we maintain a national footprint, with installations across nearly all major U.S. transit systems.

Union Benefits – Local #3, IBEW (These benefits vest after 90 days of employment, with coverage applied retroactively to your start date upon successful completion of the introductory period.) As a union shop contractor, L.K. Comstock employees are members of Local Union #3 – IBEW and are eligible for comprehensive union benefits for themselves and immediate family members, including, but not limited to:

• Local Union #3 Pension (vested after 5 years)
• IBEW Pension (vested after 5 years)
• NEBF (National Electrical Benefit Fund)
• Medical, dental & vision (after 26 qualifying weeks)
• HRA - health reimbursement account and annuity fund plans (after 1 year)
• Educational and Cultural Fund
• Deferred salary
• Social Security Payback
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and bereavement (subject to contract negotiations)

Please note: Employees who are already union members and fully vested will retain their current vesting status; your established timeline will not reset to the schedule listed above.
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Compensation

$104000 - $139000 / year (total compensation)

Position Summary

Performs field tasks including monitoring projects, filing reports, confirming manpower, equipment, subcontractor counts, lengths, and quantities completed. Assists the project manager with coordinating, planning, and scheduling functions for field construction activities. Writes RFI’s and obtains and manages submittals including uploading/downloading functions applicable to construction management software.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Analyzes survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to assist in planning projects

Directs or participates in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction

Interprets design drawings, electrical drawings, specifications, and codes and provides technical support during installations

Provides technical support to contractors and reviews documents submitted by contractors to ensure compliance with specifications, schedules, and company standards

Reviews subcontracts and drawings before issuance to subcontractors and filing

Assists in interpreting Interprets and resolving questions regarding designs, codes, and specifications

Assists in the preparation of field design changes and updates drawings for field use as required by field conditions and regulations

Monitors project schedules and provides input for problem resolution and schedule revisions

Provides field verification of materials; investigates and/or tests specific construction materials to determine compliance to specifications or standards

Inspects project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety standards

Monitors subcontract activities to ensure materials, equipment and workmanship comply with design plans and specifications

Inspects completed projects to ensure safety or compliance with applicable standards or regulations

Assists the scheduler as needed by gathering, preparing, and forecasting manpower, schedule, and cost data.

Ensures that procurement provides timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet the construction schedule

Maintains blueprints and field books

Prepares field purchase requisitions, and procures construction material

Prepares final records for the projects.

Required Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of 1 year of construction industry engineering experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Project Management; an advanced degree is a plus (In lieu of a degree, extensive experience in the military, railroad/construction, or related field will be considered)

Knowledge of all general contract and subcontract documents, drawings, specifications, and surveying instruments

Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions

Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications, and to comprehend and recognize safety standards and issues

Ability to inspect materials and structures and to identify defects

Thorough knowledge of current industry quality standards

Ability to collect data, establish facts, define problems, and provide solutions

Experience with procurement processes, budgets and cost control methods

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works outdoors at construction sites and indoors

Likely works off-hours and weekends to match construction schedules.

Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction

Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard

May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather

May be exposed to loud noise.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City