MEP Field Engineer & Construction Administrator

BR+A Consulting Engineers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous paid time-off

401(k) plan match

Job summary

BR+A Consulting Engineers is seeking a Field Engineer/Construction Administrator to oversee construction phases in New York. This role demands 5-15 years of experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Essential skills include excellent organization and communication. The role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $165,000 along with a complete benefits package, including a 401(k) plan match.

Innovative individuals who thrive in team-oriented environments are encouraged to apply. BR+A is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering.
• Ability to conduct field investigations and navigate job sites.
• Detail oriented and deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Implement approved system concepts during construction.
• Manage construction-related aspects of mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering.
• Communicate with Project Manager regarding issues and assistance required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Construction management software experience

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Procore

Newforma

Job description

Founded in 1975, BR+A Consulting Engineers maintains a total staff of over 500 employees located at our main office in Boston and branch offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Vienna, VA (Washington, DC); Coral Gables (Miami) and Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; Denver, CO; Charlotte and Raleigh, NC; Charleston, SC; Houston, TX; New Haven, CT; Los Angeles, CA; and Toronto. BR+A provides state-of-the-art integrated and coordinated mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection consulting engineering, technology systems design, lighting design, and building commissioning services.

BR+A is seeking a Field Engineer/Construction Administrator to join our talented team. This role exercises oversight during the construction phase of building systems engineering projects and will be based in our New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have between 5 and 15 years of experience, will demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks, be highly organized, have excellent writing skills, proficient computer skills, and a professional and team-oriented demeanor.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Implementing approved system concepts in the construction phase
• Managing the construction-related aspects of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering developing and maintaining positive client relationships
• Communicating with BR+A Project Manager/Project Engineer regarding potential problems and engineering assistance from the design team that you may need
• Coordinating with other construction trade disciplines and the architect
• Attending meetings as required, working to submit the required documentation per project deadlines and milestones
• Performing field work and verification of existing conditions and newly installed mechanical and electrical systems
• Reviewing, processing, and returning electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection submittals and RFIs. The candidate is not expected to be an expert in all of these aspects of construction, but familiarity with them is desirable
• Working with clients to review punch lists and help to resolve design and installation issues
  
  

Required Skills

• Functional working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building automation systems, as well as systems design & construction processes
• The ability to work directly with Architects/Owners/Construction Manager representatives in a hands-on training role for the functional understanding of systems
• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• P.E. License is a plus
• A strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and/or DDC building automation systems is a plus
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good understanding of MEP Engineering concepts, design and spatial requirements
• Able to think three-dimensionally
• 5-15 years of experience
• Able to physically access and navigate job sites of various sizes to conduct field investigations.
• Physically capable of climbing ladders to view overhead mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
• Detail oriented and deadline-driven.
• Able to manage time to meet deadlines.
• Prior experience with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC system integration, Building Management Systems, and Air/Water Testing and Balancing disciplines is a plus.
• HVAC engineering experience preferred.
• Prior experience with construction management software, such as Procore and Newforma, is a plus.
  
  

BR+A is a place to learn, to grow, to work hard for clients that matter – and to be part of something bigger. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance coverage, a 401K plan match, generous paid time-off, and much more, to all our full-time employees.

BR+A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply irrespective of race, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Drug testing is a prerequisite for employment.

Visit www.brplusa.com for more information about our award-winning projects and our incredible team.

Salary Range for 5-15 years of experience: $80,000 - $165,000