Field Engineer - Commercial - Charleston

HarperGC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Career advancement

Team building events

Job summary

Harper GC is seeking a Field Engineer to lead a construction crew and oversee Trade Partners on assigned projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating with project stakeholders on field issues.

Responsibilities include planning work, tracking labor hours, conducting site safety activities, and maintaining QA/QC standards in accordance with Harper’s procedures and BIM tools.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in related field with jobsite experience as an intern during school with an established GC.
• OSHA 30 certified (preferred).
• Proven track record of a strong safety culture on the jobsite–is a leader in safety.
• Have some experience building from the ground up on more than 1 project.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Plans and Specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise field crews and trade partners to meet project goals.
• Oversee project decisions and assist in critical issues at the site.
• Coordinate with Owner, Architect/Engineer on field issues and RFI handling.
• Develop and implement QA/QC processes and site safety programs.
• Manage timesheets, daily reports, and site logistics to maintain schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Project coordination

Communication

Education

4-year college degree in related field

Tools

Procore

Navisworks

BIM

Job description

Company Mission Statement

To build up our communities, our clients, and each other by building trust in everything we do.

Summary / Objective

Promote the company mission statement while being responsible for direct hands-on work of a crew(s) and/or Trade Partners to produce units of construction which are assigned per project by a Superintendent or Project Manager. Ensure crew always operates within Harper’s safety and quality standards. Plan and assign work; track and account for labor hours and productivity; supervise activities of a construction crew(s) and/or Trade Partners.

Essential Functions

• Learnwhatitmeanstobethe maincontactfortheprojectatthejobsite.
• Learnhowtooverseetheprojecttoassistinproperprojectdecisions.
• Abilitytocommunicatewith OwnerandArchitect/Engineerrelatingtofieldissues.
• Understandissuesandassistinresolution.
• KnowthepropertimetoinvolveOwnersandArc/Engineers.
• DemonstrateleadershipregardingHarperBIG6:
• Safety/SOAR.
• Delivery.
• Logistics,stagingand phasing
• Qualitycontrol.
• Employeestaffinglevels.
• Utility strike prevention plan.
• UnderstandandupholdtheProjectSafetyRequirements.
• EnsureHarpersafetyrequirementsareexplained,implementedanddemonstrated.
• Projectspecificsafetypre-planning.
• CoordinatewithSafetyManagertodevelopaproject-sitespecificSOAR Orientation Document.
• SOAR Implementation – if allowing other Harper staff to conduct orientations ensure proper message and execution of the document.
• Ensure OSHA standards are understood and followed based on the actions of workers on the job.
• PerformweeklyToolboxTalkswithallactivetrades.
• ConductSafetyStanddownTrainingasnecessary.
• Participateinthetimelyandeffectiveinvestigationsofallincidentsincluding injuries, property damage, behavioralissuesand near misses.
• ConductweeklysitesafetyinspectionsinProcore.
• AssisttheSuperintendentandAssistantSuperintendentstocreateSchedulesaswell asdeterminesequencing of work.
• Understand project QAQC.
• QAexample:
• Pre-installationmeetings.
• QCexample:
• Visual and documents inspections of work in place.
• LearntooverseethecoordinationofallTradePartners.
• Projectsitespecificlogistics/useincludingassociatedrules.
• Schedulingofeachtrade(whogoeswhereandwhentostart).
• Developandimplementrecoverystrategiestomaintainprojectschedule.
• Clarityof designversusinstallation(RFI’s).
• Scheduleforthetrades(durationsandcommitmentsofdurations).
• Crosstrainwithfieldstaff and Trade Partners toensurestaffdevelopment.
• Abilitytomanagetimesheetsforfieldstaff.
• Abilitytomanageandcompletealldailyreports.
• Managealljobsiteequipment.
• DevelopandimplementworkingrelationshipwithSafetyManager.
• Recognize and understand the importance of compliance with local building codes and ADA code requirements.
• Participate in and recognize the importance of all required inspections for the project.
• Ensure by documenting and executing a proper Harper punch list prior to inviting Owner and Design Team punch list.
• Procore:
• Fill-InDailyLogbutnotresponsible.
• Navigateandunderstandhowtoutilizedirectory.
• Utilizeandunderstandall functionsofthedrawingstab, including recent drawings.
• CreateInspections.
• Createandtrackanobservation.
• Utilizethephotosapplication.
• Createandmaintainthepunchlist.
• Create an RFI for review by Superintendent and seek RFI information where applicable.
• Knowwheretofindtheschedule:readandunderstand.
• UnderstandhowtonavigateandseekinformationfromSpecstool.
• UnderstandhowtonavigateandseekinformationfromSubmittals.
• Enter timesheet in Procore.
• Scheduling:
• Abilitytounderstandmaterialdeliverydatesandwhentheyarerequired.
• AttendallOACmeetings.
• Includesassistinginsettinganagendaandmaintainingtheagenda.
• Assistin criticalissuesformeeting.
• Assistinrunningthemeetingeffectivelywhererequired.
• Learntosolveclashesandconflictsofbuildingsystemsinamannerthat doesnotcompromisethe engineered basis of design.
• Alsoshowtheabilitytounderstandwhendocumentationisrequiredrelated todrawing and specification updates and/or cost impacts.
• DemonstrateabilitytodevelopandmanageaQAQCprogram.
• DemonstratesomeabilitytosuperviseaprojectutilizingBIMtechnologies:
• Coordinatea3ddesignforconflicts.
• Coordinatea3ddesignlayoutinthefield.
• UtilizeBIMGlueandNavisworkssoftwarewhenappropriatetoassistinthe BIM process on a project.

Competencies

• Demonstratetheabilitytoleadthejobsiteincluding Harper Personnel and Trade Partners.
• Demonstrateflexibilityandacceptchangeoften.
• Mustbedetailoriented.
• Supervisemultipletasksandmeetdeadlinesconsistently.
• Abletosolvecomplexissues.
• A“CanDo”attitude.
• Readandunderstandpeopleandtheirintentions.
• CanbuildrelationshipswithprojectteammatesandTradePartners.
• Someunderstandingofconstruction meansandmethodsforallscopesofwork.
• Understand the importance of communicating and developing relationships with City, Local Agencies and Utility representatives.

Work Environment

This role may require walking over varied terrain, climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Lifting requirements vary from minimal loads to heavy; but help is always available with heavier loads.

Physical Demands

The Field Engineer is required to work in a variety of conditions relative to construction jobsite environments and must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, as assigned. Weather and climate conditions will vary throughout the progress of a project and the Field Engineer must be able to inspect all ongoing construction activities over the duration of the assigned project. Inspection for quality, consistency and completeness of work frequently requires climbing ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.

Travel Required

TravelrequirementsarebasedonProjectAssignment.Whenassignedtoa project outside of your Primary Work Area or Geographical Work Area you will follow the guidelines in our “Travel Policy.”There may be a business need for overnight stays when working on a project some distance from your assigned office or your home.

Education and Experience

• 4-year college degree in related field with jobsite experience as an intern during school with an established GC.
• OSHA 30 certified (preferred).
• Proventrackrecordofastrongsafetycultureonthejobsite–isaleaderinsafety.
• Hassomeexperiencebuildingfromthegrounduponmorethan1project.
• DemonstrateanunderstandingofPlans and Specs.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package (health, dental, vision).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Transparency in growth, pay, etc.
• Career advancement.
• Performance feedback.
• Teambuilding events.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

None.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance Requirements

Mustbe authorized towork in the United States.

Affirmative Action / EEO statement

Harper GC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Harper GC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.