Construction EIT

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking a Construction EIT in Salt Lake City, Utah. This position involves reading and interpreting construction drawings, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with contracts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Technology and has experience in multidisciplinary projects. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Join us to be an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field.
• Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects.
• Ability to identify discrepancies in construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor's activities.
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance.
• Conduct observations of installation and acceptance testing.

Skills

Construction experience

Ability to interpret construction schedules

Problem-solving

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera

Job description

Construction EIT – Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents
• Maintain accurate daily records of the contractor's daily activities and the work performed, and of the labor, equipment and materials used
• Review construction materials for Contract compliance
• Track quantities and develop pay estimates for acceptance
• Attend and/or chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct observations of the installation and acceptance testing of completed equipment and systems
• Identify nonconforming work, develop project punchlists and maintain until corrected
• Develop record documentation for engineer review/acceptance
• Assist with project audit/closeout
• Work under general supervision of a more-senior Resident Project Representative or Design Project Manager
• Supervise and direct the activities of junior Resident Project Representatives and Construction Inspectors, testing services and subconsultants

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous construction experience with a consulting firm
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• Ability to problem solve and provide possible solutions to the engineer

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated construction experience on multidisciplinary projects
• Must have a fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be computer literate, experience with Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Employment Equity

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Primary Location

United States – Utah – Salt Lake City

Industry

Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular