Field Engineer I: On‑Site QC, Drawings & Progress Reporting

Jobtailor

Iowa (LA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an engineer in training to assist with construction field work and ensure conformance to project plans and specs. The role includes coordinating quality control inspections, observing material testing, and performing calculations for payments.

You will review shop drawings and interpret drawings to identify discrepancies while reporting construction progress with photos and videos. You will work with the Resident Engineer to resolve issues, stay current with industry tech,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
EIT training in digital construction management software is preferred (Constructware, Asite or similar).
Current/previous HNTB intern is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with construction field work tasks and activities on a project to ensure conformance to plans, specifications, and other contract documents.
Coordinate and schedule quality control inspections.
Observe on-site material testing and coordinate testing and monitoring services.
Perform mathematical calculations for material quantity payments.
Review shop drawings and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Read and interpret construction drawings, identifying discrepancies.
Review contractor’s daily construction reports for accuracy and consistency.
Document construction progress with photos/videos and prepare progress reports.
Liaise with Resident Engineer on progress and issues; support engineer of record.
Stay current with industry technology and tools for inspection work.
Utilize GPS/Rovers to increase inspection efficiency and accuracy.
Provide office engineer support: prepare meeting agendas/minutes, track RFIs, submittals, pay estimates.