Field Engineer

Shimizu North America

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The Field Engineer is also exposed to the entire life-cycle of major construction projects from estimating and bidding through punch list and project close-out. As you are developed in this role, we will add more responsibilities as you demonstrate a solid understanding of assigned tasks and continually execute assigned deliverables.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAtlanta, GA

    Description

     

    Project site is currently TBD.

     

    Position Summary:

    The Field Engineer position fills a critical support role within our unique company's Construction Department; supporting the PM and General Supt. and assisting in the administrative functions on multi-million-dollar construction projects. The Field Engineer is also exposed to the entire life-cycle of major construction projects from estimating and bidding through punch list and project close-out. As you are developed in this role, we will add more responsibilities as you demonstrate a solid understanding of assigned tasks and continually execute assigned deliverables.

    Essential Functions:

    1. BID PACKAGES
      Bid Package Preparation
    • Assist PM to create scopes of work.
    • Create Bid Packages as necessary.
    • Notify contractors of pending bid packages to generate interest & send invitations
    • Call on contractors to confirm receipt & ensure proper bid coverage
    • Respond to contractor RFIs & provide prompt responses
    • Work with PM to level bids
    1. CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION
      RFIs
    • Review RFIs received from Contractors & Subcontractors
    • Submit RFIs to Design Team to resolve in timely fashion

    Submittals

    • Create Submittal log utilizing Procore (and other project management software)
    • Coordinate with PM to assign appropriate due dates for submittals
    • Follow-up with Subcontractors to ensure submittals are complete by deadline

    Meetings

    • Take Meeting minutes and distribute

    Project Schedule

    • Work with PM to track project schedule on weekly basis (or as needed)

    Drawings

    • Ensure drawings sets are kept current & subcontractors are notified of changes.

    Field Responsibilities

    • Assist in monitoring general contractors' work and safety.          

    Punch List & Close-out

    • Work with PM & Superintendent to create, track, and complete Project Punchlist
    • Compile as-built drawings

    Contracts

    • Prepare purchase orders and create subcontracts

    Work Experience Requirements

    • 3-5 years of experience in Construction and site work
    • Working knowledge of construction or design engineering required.
    • Experience in manufacturing plant construction is a plus.

    Education Requirements 

     

    • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Ability to work with computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, MS Project, Outlook, and to learn others as needed.

     

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