Field Engineer - Construction Site Lead

Turner Construction Company; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a field operations assistant to join a hands-on team that coordinates information to construct projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality.

This role reports to the Project Superintendent; requires two years of college, teamwork, strong communication, and basic scheduling software familiarity; on-site at office or project locations, not remote.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction or relevant education.
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired

Responsibilities

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control as required.
• Assist in implementation of site safety program as required.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR’s).
• Review work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in preparation of project as-builts.
• Assist in protection and promotion of interests of Turner and in related matters.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Initiative & learning

Computer skills

Education

Two years of college education (Engineering/Construction)

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner Construction Company in Des Moines, IA is seeking a field operations assistant to join a hands-on team that coordinates information to construct projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality.

This role reports to the Project Superintendent; requires two years of college, teamwork, strong communication, and basic scheduling software familiarity; on-site at office or project locations, not remote.