Data Center Field Engineer - On-Site Construction Lead

Mortenson; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Gym discounts

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Field Engineer to participate in active construction project management, solving problems, performing processes, and applying foundational construction management techniques. The role includes pre-construction support, submittal/RFI handling, design document evaluation, and coordination of subcontracts.

Qualified candidates have a relevant bachelor's degree (or equivalent), site experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience on construction job sites preferred.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to independently apply principles and theories of construction management or engineering.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions and documents (e.g., blueprints, design documents).
• Basic knowledge of project management principles (scheduling, estimating).
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet.
• Ability to learn and use construction management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-construction support
• Manage submittal and RFI processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other programs completely to closure.
• Evaluate and distribute project design and engineering documents
• Prepare team for site mobilization and research living arrangements
• Prepare turnover binder templates and assist with pre-mobilization kickoff meetings
• Arrange short form subcontracts with local entities (power, trailers, housing)
• Draft subcontracts and purchase agreements
• Utilize Best Practice Database for SWIs, quality documents, prep meetings
• Manage QA/QC as per Project Quality Plan and oversee inventory process
• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, inspections, and punch list final inspections

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Ability to travel up to 100%

Project management basics

Construction management software

Interpret technical documents

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Construction management software

Internet

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Field Engineer to participate in active construction project management, solving problems, performing processes, and applying foundational construction management techniques. The role includes pre-construction support, submittal/RFI handling, design document evaluation, and coordination of subcontracts.

Qualified candidates have a relevant bachelor's degree (or equivalent), site experience, a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills.