Field Construction Engineer - Heavy Industrial Projects

CDM Smith; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to work in the field at client project sites. The role covers field engineering, site administration, design and construction, estimating, quality control, scheduling and safety support under general supervision, with work performed in the field or office depending on project.

The position involves coordinating with the field lead, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring schedule adherence, documenting daily reports and progress photos,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus nine years of relevant experience.
• Associate degree plus six years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of relevant experience; degree must be in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate with the field lead on scheduling, daily reports and quality control communications with subs.
• Oversee subcontractors and construction to ensure safety, quality, and conformance to drawings.
• Ensure work adheres to the project schedule; escalate delays to the Project Construction Manager.
• Write Daily Reports and Quality Inspection Reports for review with site leadership.
• Take progress photographs of construction events and label them.
• Assist with Monthly Progress Reports.
• Ensure contractors use the latest design drawing revision for construction.
• May assist the Project Construction Manager.
• May be responsible for key trades/subcontractors in support of the project.
• Prepare contract extras and progress payments with the Project Manager.
• Provide clear, professional correspondence with project management and clients.
• Maintain on-site records and files per CDM Smith requirements.
• Understand and follow The Perry Group Quality Policy and Quality Systems instructions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent plus nine (9) years of relevant experience

Associate degree plus six (6) years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to work in the field at client project sites. The role covers field engineering, site administration, design and construction, estimating, quality control, scheduling and safety support under general supervision, with work performed in the field or office depending on project.

The position involves coordinating with the field lead, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring schedule adherence, documenting daily reports and progress photos,