New Grad Field Engineer I

FlatironDragados; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care

Wellness benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking a Field Engineer in Renton, WA to lead on-site technical support, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and align production with schedule and budget.

The role involves reviewing drawings, coordinating materials, and providing input for work plans while communicating effectively with crews and subcontractors. Requires a related bachelor’s degree and 1+ year construction experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
• 1+ year of experience preferred.
• Construction engineering experience or knowledge is required.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment, drawing & specifications, building materials and standards applicable to the project.

Responsibilities

• Review daily production schedule with project crews to ensure on-time work.
• Analyze shop drawings, design specs, and material requirements for quality.
• Provide technical input for work plan and identify production risks.
• Monitor project costs and document daily activities.
• Review timecards with supervisors and resolve inquiries.
• Plan field layouts and coordinate permits as needed.
• Coordinate subcontractor methods, schedules and crews.

Skills

Construction engineering

Drawing & specifications

Building materials knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to lead with precision and tackle complex challenges? As a Field Engineer, you will be the driving force behind projects, providing technical engineering information to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes and contract specifications.

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What you will be doing

• Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Collects, coordinates and analyzes shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or processes that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Reviews and approves daily timecards for all Company construction crews. Works with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors to resolve timecard inquiries, as needed.
• Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
• 1+ year experience preferred.
• Construction engineering experience or knowledge required.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $91,500.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $91,500.00/Yr.