Field Engineer - Industrial Projects, Path to Superintendent

The Weitz Company; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits with HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Industrial team with an initial assignment in Beaumont, TX. You will support field supervision of work by Weitz and subcontractors and gain exposure toward becoming a Superintendent in the future.

The position requires 1–2 years of related experience and an ability to read construction documents. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and similar tools is expected, with travel as needed for project needs.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a Project Engineer, other construction-related role, or related internship experience.
• Industry-related degree or coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support project plan development and ensure proper execution.
• Recommend design or process changes to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Assist Superintendent with equipment review and planning.
• Assist Superintendent with pre-construction meetings with subcontractors.
• Maintain and protect tools, equipment, and materials on the jobsite.
• Assist Superintendent with site logistics and cleanup to present a professional image to the public.
• Maintain accurate cost reporting and respond to RFIs.
• Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining the project schedule.
• Document delays and inform Superintendent.
• Monitor field performance for subcontractors, employees, and schedules.
• Maintain relations with owners’ and architects’ representatives.

Skills

Read construction docs

Construction methods

Problem solving

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Relationship building

Team coordination

Education

Industry-related degree

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Weitz Company is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Industrial team with an initial assignment in Beaumont, TX. You will support field supervision of work by Weitz and subcontractors and gain exposure toward becoming a Superintendent in the future.

The position requires 1–2 years of related experience and an ability to read construction documents. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and similar tools is expected, with travel as needed for project needs.