Field Engineer (CSA)

Shimizunorthamerica; Guntersville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimizunorthamerica is hiring a Field Engineer in Guntersville, Alabama, to support multi-million-dollar construction projects. The role involves preparing bid packages and managing RFIs, and requires 3-5 years of construction experience.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have a solid understanding of construction engineering. Proficiency with software such as MS Project and Procore is essential. This position offers significant exposure to the entire life cycle of projects.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in construction and site work.
• Working knowledge of construction or design engineering required.
• Experience in manufacturing plant construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist PM to create scopes of work.
• Create bid packages as necessary.
• Review RFIs received from contractors.
• Prepare purchase orders and create subcontracts.

Skills

Construction and site work

Working knowledge of construction or design engineering

Experience with MS Word

Experience with Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

MS Project

Outlook

Procore

Job description

Position Summary:

The Field Engineer position fills a critical support role within our unique company’s Construction Department; supporting the PM and General Supt. and assisting in the administrative functions on multi-million-dollar construction projects. The Field Engineer is also exposed to the entire life-cycle of major construction projects from estimating and bidding through punch list and project close-out. As you are developed in this role, we will add more responsibilities as you demonstrate a solid understanding of assigned tasks and continually execute assigned deliverables.

Essential Functions:

BID PACKAGES

Bid Package Preparation

• Assist PM to create scopes of work.
• Create Bid Packages as necessary.
• Notify contractors of pending bid packages to generate interest & send invitations
• Call on contractors to confirm receipt & ensure proper bid coverage
• Respond to contractor RFIs & provide prompt responses
• Work with PM to level bids

CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION

RFIs

• Review RFIs received from Contractors & Subcontractors
• Submit RFIs to Design Team to resolve in timely fashion

Submittals

• Create Submittal log utilizing Procore (and other project management software)
• Coordinate with PM to assign appropriate due dates for submittals
• Follow-up with Subcontractors to ensure submittals are complete by deadline

Meetings

• Take Meeting minutes and distribute

Project Schedule

• Work with PM to track project schedule on weekly basis (or as needed)

Drawings

• Ensure drawings sets are kept current & subcontractors are notified of changes.

Field Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring general contractors’ work and safety.

Punch List & Close-out

• Work with PM & Superintendent to create, track, and complete Project Punchlist
• Compile as-built drawings

Contracts

• Prepare purchase orders and create subcontracts

Work Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in Construction and site work
• Working knowledge of construction or design engineering required.
• Experience in manufacturing plant construction is a plus.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work with computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, MS Project, Outlook, and to learn others as needed.