Field Engineer - Telluride, CO (Traveling)

The Weitz Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits: HSA and FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Voluntary Insurance

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company’s Rocky Mountain unit is seeking a Field Engineer to be located onsite in Telluride, CO, supporting a landmark hospitality project. You will work with an experienced project team, assist with planning, CS&E, and cost tracking, and help ensure project milestones are met.

Relocation to Telluride for the project duration is required; the role offers hands-on field experience and growth within a respected national contractor with a long history of excellence.

Qualifications

• Industry-related college degree required.
• Two years of project management construction experience or internship.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to balance multiple projects with deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of project plan and risk mitigation plans.
• Support design changes to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Assist Superintendent with equipment review and planning.
• Assist with pre-construction meetings with subcontractors.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials on site.
• Assist with layout communication to involved parties.
• Assist with site logistics and site cleanup.
• Maintain accurate cost reporting.
• Respond to RFIs and coordinate field responses.
• Assist in schedule development and updating; document delays.
• Monitor field performance of subcontractors, staff, schedules, costs.
• Maintain relations with owners' and architects' reps; assist with resolution.
• Set up and update project schedules using scheduling software.

Skills

Communication

Prioritization

Detail-oriented

Education

Industry-related college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procore

JDE

Asta

Apple devices

Job description

Job Description

The Weitz Company\'s Denver, CO-based Rocky Mountain business unit is currently seeking a Field Engineer to be located onsite in Telluride, Colorado, supporting one of the region\'s largest hospitality and resort projects to date. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on field experience while working alongside an experienced project team on a landmark development. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Telluride for the duration of the project. The Field Engineer assists with the supervision of the field work performed on the assigned projects by The Weitz Company or its subcontractors. A Field Engineer typically reports directly to the Project Superintendent. The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You\'ll Do

• Participate, as required, in the development of the project plan, moisture infiltration plan, risk mitigation plan, freeze review plan, etc. and ensure proper execution.


• Make recommendations to the supervisor for design or other changes that will enhance the quality of the project, reduce operating and maintain costs, improve the scheduled completion, or decrease construction costs.


• Assist Superintendent with equipment review and planning.


• Assist superintendent with pre-construction meetings with appropriate subcontractors prior to their start in the field.


• Maintain and protect all tools, equipment, and materials on the jobsite.


• Assist superintendent with layout, as directed, that information is conveyed to involved parties.


• Assist superintendent with site logistics and cleanup to present a professional image to the public.


• Maintain accurate cost reporting.


• Respond effectively to RFI\’s and coordinate response in field.


• Assist the Project Superintendent, if requested, in developing, updating, and maintaining the project schedule. Document all delays and inform Project Superintendent.


• Assist in monitoring the field performance for all aspects of the project, including subcontractors, employees, consultants, schedules, quality, and costs.


• Maintain routine relations with owners\’ and architects\’ representatives. Major disputes or problems encountered are discussed with appropriate supervisor; assist with resolution.


• Set up, organize, read, communicate, and update project schedules utilizing computerized scheduling software.

What We\'re Looking For

• Education:
  
  
  
  • An industry-related college degree is required.
  
  
  
  


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • A previous internship with a construction-related firm or a minimum of two years of project management construction experience.
  
  
  
  


• Skills:
  
  
  
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  
  
  • Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines.
  
  
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  
  
  
  


• Technology:
  
  
  
  • Candidate should have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products (iPhone & iPad) and have the ability to learn specific software.
  
  
  • Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred.
  
  
  • Training will be provided on company standards.
  
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay


• Rewarding Bonus Program


• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings


• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs


• Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions


• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Fully Paid Parental Leave


• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance


• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

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The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.