Field Engineer, Mission Critical

JE Dunn Construction; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is hiring a Field Engineer 2 in El Paso, Texas. This position supports construction activities by completing tasks and supervising a crew as a foreman. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, planning crew activities, and maintaining quality assurance. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering and at least two years of construction experience. The role offers a professional non-union benefit package and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction experience required.
• 0-2 years of construction supervision experience preferred.
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in project-specific safety plans and culture.
• Plans and executes crew activities, fulfilling daily task plan requirements.
• Ensures quality and assists with project quality assurance activities.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with MS Office

Understanding of Lean process and philosophy

Layout skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Participation in federally required training or apprenticeship

Tools

JE Dunn construction technology

Job description

Role Summary

The Field Engineer 2 supports construction activities for routine projects and ensures the planned work of the crew is performed efficiently and effectively. This position completes tasks personally and supervises a crew as a foreman, supporting JE Dunn's strategy, vision, and values.

Key Role Responsibilities – Core

• Actively participates in all aspects of the project-specific safety plan and culture.
• Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety culture through commitment to an injury‑free environment.
• Works with tools and executes self‑perform work while embedded as part of a crew of craftsmen.
• Acquires knowledge about best‑practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques through on‑the‑job training and regular work assignments.
• Builds relationships and develops communication skills with tradespeople and project team members.
• Develops understanding of various functions and support roles across the company and their contribution to project success.
• Applies company standards for specific equipment use in building processes.
• Collaborates with others and demonstrates teamwork.
• Incorporates Lean practices into daily activities.
• Participates in meetings such as weekly work plans as warranted by business needs and site practices.

Key Role Responsibilities – Additional Core

• Plans, executes and reports self‑perform work.
• Pre‑plans crew activities, fulfills daily task plan requirements, completes look‑ahead schedule, and provides updates to supervisor.
• Creates and implements project safety plans, ensuring compliance through training, toolbox talks, and communication with safety representatives.
• Helps control costs by seeking process improvements.
• Ensures quality for assigned tasks by assisting with project quality assurance and control activities.
• Assists with material and other cost (MOC) and equipment analysis.
• Works on site with the superintendent to monitor crew size, self‑perform packaging, and collaborate with contractors.
• Participates in punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews, and prepares necessary documentation.
• Leads or participates in planning meetings such as weekly work plans and look‑aheads.
• Acquires additional knowledge of company functions and support roles to coordinate project needs.
• Leads Lean construction practices such as the last‑planner system.
• Participates in planning sequencing and coordination of all crafts.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Acquire layout skills.
• Understand crane flagging and rigging.
• Know organizational structure and available resources.
• Know methods of construction management.
• Understand Lean process and philosophy.
• Use JE Dunn construction technology.
• Apply fundamentals of construction management methods.
• Understand self‑perform and labor productivity.
• Assess and optimize project productivity.
• Know specific trades and scopes of work.
• Build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (Preferred).
• Participation in a federally required training or apprenticeship program, depending on location (Preferred).
• Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 2+ years construction experience (Required).
• 0‑2 years construction supervision experience (Preferred).

Benefits

The position is Professional Non‑Union and includes the company benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

JE Dunn Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Background screening, drug‑free workplace. JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodations requests, contact [e-mail].