Construction Specialist, Associate (Work and Live on Island/Kwajalein-based opportunity)

Parsons; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Construction Specialist for field assignments involving various construction activities. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a construction-related field. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Kwajalein atoll for long-term assignments. The role includes reviewing construction documents, maintaining safety standards, and preparing layouts and schedules. Competitive opportunities for growth are available.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in field construction preferred.
• Requires good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with PC software packages associated with engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform various field engineering assignments applying basic principles.
• Review and maintain construction drawings and specifications.
• Assist in eliminating hazards associated with the work.
• Prepare drawings and layouts as needed.
• Maintain construction technical catalogs and supplier data.

Skills

Fundamental knowledge of engineering

Construction-related processes

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Familiarity with CAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, architecture or construction-related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Performs a variety of field engineering assignments by applying basic engineering techniques and analyses. This entry-level Construction Specialist is exposed to various aspects of field engineering and construction activities while gaining exposure to Company procedures and industry practices. May give functional guidance to craft personnel. Willingness to relocate to construction site locations is expected.

The project worksite is on Kwajalein atoll in the Marshall Islands and you must be willing to relocate there on long-term assignment.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs various field engineering assignments requiring the application of basic principles and fundamental theories typically studied in a Bachelors in engineering, Architecture, or other Construction related program, as well as general industry practices.
• Receives and reviews all approved construction drawings and specifications; ensures that all outdated documents are revised. Maintains construction drawing and specification files.
• Prepares drawings and layouts as needed.
• Assists in eliminating any hazards associated with the work that may adversely affect the environment or the safety or health of employees. Helps ensure that personnel of the assigned group engage in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedures and industry standards.
• Assists in the preparation of construction work schedules.
• Maintains construction technical catalogs, supplier data, and other literature pertaining to the project.
• Prepares submittal packages.
• Ensures received materials and onsite materials match approved submittal documents
• May provide functional guidance to craft personnel.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Supervision Received – Quality Control (QC) Manager/QC Specialists; Construction Manager; Project Manager
Supervision Given - Craft employees (functional guidance only)
Internal Contacts - All employees on project
External Contacts - Suppliers; Subcontractors

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, architecture, or other construction-related field is required. In addition, 1+ years of experience in field construction is preferred.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

Requires a fundamental knowledge of engineering and construction-related processes, as well as good written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction is also required.

Security Clearance Requirement:

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