Field Engineer

Position Overview

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General Summary: This position is responsible for providing technical engineering and cost information to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting, and job costing.
• Interpret design/drawings for craft workers installing material to ensure specifications are followed.
• Interface with on-site departments to resolve problems, ensure quality construction, and support overall project schedules.
• Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation issues, conflicts, and errors to verify compliance with applicable codes and specifications.
• Prepare and disseminate documentation such as status reports, punch lists, work sketches, and material requirement calculations.
• Provide technical support regarding project material controls including delivery dates, construction schedules, and design requirements.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, and estimates in response to evolving job requirements.
• Provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct material installation.
• Develop essential job data including quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor cost per man hour, and equipment needs for accurate estimates and bids.
• Research historical data and productivity reports to compile summary reports that guide future estimates.
• Supervise, direct, and mentor project staff as needed to ensure development and adherence to project standards.
• Represent the company during client and project management meetings to ensure clear and effective communication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent technical training and experience.
• 2+ years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office products, scheduling software, and AGTEK Take-off software.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Ability to perform trigonometric calculations manually or with a calculator.
• Strong responsibility, effective communication, and the ability to interface well with others.
• Physical ability to talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds in a construction environment.
• Commitment to corporate safety initiatives and a safe work environment.
• Team player with a willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct daily.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to drive.

Benefits & Perks

• Broad benefits package including paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending plans.
• Special programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Compensation: Base Salary Range: $81,525.00 - $122,288.00 (may vary based on experience, skills, location, and education).
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation, which vests immediately.
• Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.