Field Engineers

Herzog; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Herzog Contracting Corp. in Gastonia, NC, is seeking Field Engineers for the NCDOT I-85 Railroad Bridges Job. The role involves managing construction activities, ensuring documentation accuracy, and maintaining safety protocols.

The ideal candidate has a diploma and relevant experience in heavy civil construction. Herzog offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of their commitment to employee welfare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in relevant field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform procurement quantity takeoffs and verify installation quantities.
• Write and submit daily reports in construction management software.
• Assist Superintendent with coordination of material deliveries.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Ability to read construction drawings

Education

High school diploma

Degree in Civil, Construction Management, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking Field Engineers in Gastonia, NC to join our team on the NCDOT I-85 Railroad Bridges Job.

Herzog and joint venture partner, Flatiron Dragados, will be building the civil and structural infrastructure for 3 new railroad bridges, 2 new roadway bridges, and 2 temporary railroad bridges, all over Interstate I-85 for NCDOT to allow for future highway widening.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Key duties include schedule input; submittals and RFI’s; preparing field work packages; compiling and redlining as-built data; perform procurement quantity takeoffs and verifying installation quantities; field safety and quality inspections.
• Write and submit daily reports in construction management software.
• Compile necessary information for all submittals and coordinate with Document Control to ensure proper documentation.
• Assist Superintendent with coordination of material deliveries.
• Subcontractor management.
• Work closely with document control and field personnel to ensure they have latest drawings and installation documents.
• Ensure that work is correctly cost coded and all extra work is coded to separate cost codes as assigned by the Project Engineer or other.
• Attend necessary briefings, job specific trainings, and safety meetings and maintain annual requirements as necessary.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in Civil, Construction Management, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience in a construction related position preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Construction management course work or internship experience preferred.
• Two years or more experience on heavy civil construction projects preferred.
• Production and Cost Tracking experience a plus.
• Must be flexible in working in both office and field environment as needed.
• Must have excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Must be highly motivated.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements

• Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
• Able to walk on uneven surfaces.
• Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs.
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Regularly kneel, bend, and squat.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet).

Safety

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.