American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Architectural Services, Budgeting, Building Codes, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Contract Requirements, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Expense Tracking, Green Construction, Illustrating Ability, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Word, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Product Documentation, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Technical Leadership, Technical Writing
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Entry-Level Engineer
Category: Construction Operations
Job Location: 3015 West Moore St Suite 100 Richmond, Virginia
Position Type: Full-Time, Regular
Please note: Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.
Whiting-Turner Field Engineers coordinate the work of subcontractors on construction sites. Reporting to a Project Manager or Superintendent, the Field Engineers major duties include:
Coordinating and directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.
Resolving and clarifying design issues.
Supporting creation of project budgets and schedules.
Identifying and resolving field issues and change orders.
Setting expectations for managing a safe work site.
Reviewing each trades work progress with respect to each project phase.
Ensuring work is completed in accordance with quality standards and contract specifications.
Reviewing construction drawings.
Documenting each phase of the project.
Required Skills
Basic qualifications for Field Engineer candidates include:
Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline
Engineering Technology or Construction Management
Construction Technology
Knowledge of engineering principles
Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
Ability to read and understand technical specifications, construction drawings, technical manuals, product, material installation instructions, and engineering/architectural drawings
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Experience with construction projects, mechanical, electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics, or working with craft workers
Whiting-Turner will train qualified candidates to develop:
General knowledge of safety regulations, ANSI standards, local and state building codes, environmental codes, availability of industry-specific codes and guidelines
General knowledge of construction processes, practices, and work sites
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or other scheduling software