Field Engineer

Flblum; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is seeking a Field Engineer to oversee various construction projects in Asheville, NC, ensuring quality delivery and safety compliance. The successful candidate will support Project Management staff and direct field personnel, maintaining effective relationships with clients and subcontractors. A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field is preferred. This role is a full-time opportunity offering a dynamic work environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Experience in managing construction safety standards and protocols.
• Ability to interpret project drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Manage subcontractor performance and quality standards.
• Assist in setting up project documentation and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with safety and ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Project management software

OSHA safety standards

Job description

Blum Construction offers unparalleled stability in the construction industry. Founded in 1923, we have weathered tough economic storms for over a century and have emerged as a stronger organization with each challenge. With offices in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Asheville, Charlotte, and Raleigh, we build structures that transform communities through our work in higher education, senior living, healthcare, non-profits and many other sectors.

We understand, very clearly, that it is our people who will enable us to be even stronger in our second century.

SUMMARY

The purpose of this role is to oversee the physical construction of the assigned project(s) with minimal or no day-to-day oversight; and ensure project is delivered with a high level of quality, profitability and by meeting or exceeding the construction schedule. This role manages all or part of the construction process and supports the efforts of the more experienced field staff. Depending on the project size and challenges the Field Engineer may be responsible for various scopes of work.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Superintendent in all phases and aspects of the project(s).
• Provide support to Project Management Staff.
• Understand and implement the field Best Practices, guidelines and programs in the daily activities.
• Assist in managing and documenting all day-to-day job site activities including OSHA safety compliance.
• Direct field personnel according to the project plan and/or the direction of the Superintendent.
• Communicate issues, events, performance and job progress daily to the Superintendent
• Report problems promptly to the Superintendent to facilitate the most cost-effective solutions.
• Establish effective working relationships with clients.
• Request advice and assistance from the Superintendent and/or Project Manager on matters pertaining to materials, sequencing, scheduling and personnel.

WORK DELIVERABLES

WORK DELIVERABLES: The results that are expected from a top performing Field Engineer.

Project Set Up:

• Ensure that proper tools are in place prior to the beginning of a project.
• Review Owner contract and become familiar with terms & conditions.
• Review drawings and specifications to become completely familiar with the project.
• Provide input regarding the quality, reliability, appropriateness, etc. of subs included on bid list.
• Identify pre-mobilization activities in conjunction with the Project Superintendent.
• Review start-up schedule with superintendent and understand your responsibilities.

CORE VALUE – High Performance – Plan effectively and Finish Well:

• Help to mobilize the field office and maintain the job site to Company standards.
• Organize all project documentation at the job site for easy access and review.
• Manage subcontractor performance to quality and ethical standards.
• Work with Superintendent to identify and resolve manpower issues and construction changes/issues.
• Work with the superintendent to Update Project Schedule.
• Assist the superintendent with the weekly development of the 2-week, short interval schedules.
• Produce Phasing / Logistics plans with in conjunction with PM and/or SPM.
• Complete daily reports and maintains logs of key activities, files and shop drawings.
• Continually take job photos to document progress of the project.
• Inventory the quality and condition of all material deliveries.
• Maintain required safety reporting and all other required files to Company standards.
• Ensure that as-built working drawings are maintained as well as the current drawing log and revision log, communicating this to the subcontractors.
• Attend project turnover, mobilization project coordination, and pre-installation meetings when available.
• Attend safety pre-construction meetings.
• Attend weekly foreman, and safety meetings.
• Attend monthly schedule review meetings.
• Review project logs (RFI’s, Submittals, PCO’s) with PM on a weekly basics
• In conjunction with PM/PE distribute all punch lists and the follow-up as necessary to ensure timely completion of punch list work.
• Assist the superintendent in setting up and participating in the owner’s training sessions.
• Assist in the assembly of all as-built drawings and O & M manuals.

Self Development:

• Drive self to continue developing professionally.
• Actively participate in all company-wide training and development initiatives, as well as meetings, and business line and company-wide initiatives to support and further company goals.

Relationship Management:

• Develop critical relationships.
• Maintain client relationships at the appropriate level reinforcing FLB’s commitment to continuously addressing their needs and interests.
• Work collaboratively with outside parties (I.e. the design team, etc.) to accomplish client goals.
• Demonstrate effective relationship building within the project team and throughout FLB. Keep field team members informed.
• Promote positive subcontractor relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all subcontractors and vendors.

Safety:

• Ensure everyone is safe.
• Track/Log subcontractors participation in a safety pre-construction meeting prior to starting work on the project.
• Track/log that all subcontractors have a full set of MSDS sheets on the project
• Track/Log subcontractor site specific safety plan.
• Track/Log current insurance certificate prior to allowing any sub to start work on the project.
• Regularly reviews the site with the Superintendent and the Foreman for compliance
• to the project safety plan.
• Has zero tolerance for unsafe work practices and addresses the issue immediately.

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS: The skills and personal attributes needed to attain the results expected from a top performing Field Engineer.

CORE VALUE – Strong Relationships – Customers recommend us to others:

• Treats internal and external clients, vendors and subs as partners.
• Identifies client needs and addresses them.
• Identifies and acts on ways to add value.
• Identifies and acts on opportunities to expand the relationship.
• Balances client and FLB needs effectively.
• Is responsive to clients’ needs and displays intensity.

CORE VALUE – Continuous Improvement and Development:

• Continually builds own knowledge and expertise.
• Is open to new ways of doing things.
• Offers to coach/assist others with less experience.
• When problems arise, shares expertise to help resolve the issue.
• Makes self accessible for questions even when under stress.

CORE VALUE – Honesty and Integrity – Do the right thing:

• Makes decisions and acts with FLB’s long term interest in mind.
• Acts with integrity, maintaining the highest ethical standards.
• Is flexible and changes quickly based on FLB’s changing needs.
• Balances FLB’s needs with those of others including the client, the team, etc.
• Manages with profitability in mind.

CORE VALUE – Safety and Well-Being – No accidents or OSHA violations:

• Is well versed in FLB’s safety program procedures and policies.
• Consistently follows/enforces FLB’s safety procedures and policies.
• Makes tough decisions to ensure that safety remains on the front and center.

Communicates Effectively:

• Is straight forward and respectful with all roles and levels.
• Seeks to understand others’ point of view.
• Effectively explains reasons for choices.
• Knows when and how to ask for help.
• Receives and delivers difficult messages well.

Anticipates Problems and Mitigates Risk:

• Thinks ahead, identifies possible problems/risks and develops plans to mitigate them.
• Is rarely surprised.
• Uses resources effectively to resolve problems.
• Takes full responsibility when issues arises.

Demonstrates a Sense of Urgency:

• Sets high expectations and achieves them regardless of the barriers.
• Demonstrates a passion for one’s work - enjoys working hard and is full of energy.
• Acts with an insatiable need to get things done - can be counted on to get things done on time and with excellent quality and results.
• Pays attention to the details to make sure the job gets done right.
• Uses sound judgment in setting priorities – works on the highest priorities first and coaches others to do the same.

Focuses on Results and Outcomes:

• Begins with the end in mind – acts strategically to accomplish desired result.
• Keeps up with FLB’s fast pace and multiple demands and produces on time, quality results.
• Knows when follow through is needed and ensures it happens.
• Does not let the details drop.
• Makes timely decisions even without complete information when necessary.

Other Information:

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, feel or manipulate objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolding and other objects and carry tools and equipment
• Occasionally required to sit
• Must be able to lift and/or carry or move materials weighing up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high and/or precarious places; extreme cold; and extreme heat
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.