Experienced Field Engineer - Civil

Mortenson Construction; United States; Remote; USD 76,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Experienced Field Engineer to join their Civil group. This dynamic role involves supporting field coordination across various project locations throughout the United States, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with team members, subcontractors, and vendors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in construction management, with a focus on detail orientation and problem-solving skills. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while contributing to impactful projects that shape the built environment. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in construction.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

401k Retirement Plan with Match

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount Program

Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage submittal and RFI processes for specific definable features of work.
• Coordinate quality assurance and control processes as per project plans.

Skills

Detail Orientation

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork Orientation

Customer Service Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an Experienced Field Engineer in their Civil group with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Field Engineer will support and complete the full cycle of field coordination issues with team members, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

NOTE: This position will travel anywhere throughout the United States 100% of the time to various project locations across the United States (with regular rotations home every 3 weeks for 5 days). This person can be based anywhere in the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Organization, flexibility, outstanding customer focus, and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but are not limited to:

Provide Pre-Construction support

• Manage the submittal and RFI processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other Project Connect programs completely to closure


• Evaluate project design and engineering documents, managing their organization and distribution to necessary parties
  
  
  
  • Conduct advanced research on living arrangements for project team members
  
  

Perform project-specific tasks in preparation for the team mobilizing to the site

• Prepare turnover binder templates

Assist with the preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetings

• Compile, contact, and arrange for short-form subcontracts with local entities at the project site


• Power, trailers, housing, local subcontractors, etc.


• Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements


• Review and utilize the Best Practice Database for SWIs, quality documents, prep meetings, etc.

Manage all aspects necessary for Construction support

• Manage the quality assurance & quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality Plan


• Manage the inventory process as materials arrive to the site: inspection, offload, receiving, and storage


• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, punch list final inspections


• Assist Project Manager and Project Superintendents as needed regarding material and equipment management (pickup trucks, rented/owned equipment, coordinate the equipment facility)


• Manage mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop and as-built drawings


• Coordinate the creation of lift and formwork drawings


• Manage production logs for work put in place (self-performed or subcontracted)


• Track Event Management incidents regarding Safety or Quality in DFW responsibilities

Administer Closeout processes

• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project-specific quality and TSO plan


• Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliers


• Support the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities


• Provide periodic updates of the submittal register to the customer or architect

Other duties as assigned, including:

• Participate in project safety audits and Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program


• Determine alternative work methods as needed


• Maintain schedule of timelines and follow through until completion

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous related internship experience a plus


• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks


• Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices


• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills


• Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills


• Current driver's license

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering, or another science or mathematics-related degree, or an equivalent combination of education and substantial technical/field experience over multiple years.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


• Dental plan


• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves


• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources


• Tuition reimbursement


• Adoption Assistance


• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $76,800 - 96,000. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.


• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.


• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.