Field Engineer - Hammond, LA
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist with projects assigned from pre-construction through final payment of the work.
- Participate in internal and external preconstruction planning and meetings. Assist with PM/Estimator in gathering all necessary documents for meetings.
- Ensure that proper subcontracts and material purchase orders are submitted and approved prior to work activities.
- Assist, create, and maintain accurate project schedules that are communicated to both internal and external stakeholders. Includes internal daily schedules.
- Develop daily schedules and End of Shift reports with field and project management for projects assigned.
- Order materials for projects managed through the PO system. PO submission and approval might be necessary at times.
- Review daily schedules, trucking schedules, plant schedules, etc. for correctness on projects assigned.
- Maintain daily contact with Supervisor and other field management to ensure proper knowledge of projects assigned. Communicate any issues that arise on projects assigned.
- Track project both internal and subcontracted quantities daily in DQW. Review daily and weekly P&L reports for accuracy.
- Ensure open and honest communication with project owners and General Contractors.
- Assist contract administrators and Project Managers with monthly estimates. Participate in monthly billing meetings and ensure proper billings are being submitted to the owner.
- Assist and attend final project inspections. Secure documentation from the owner on Substantial Completion.
- Assist with the collection of project revenue receivables.
- Maintain acceptable business relationships with General Contractors, Subcontractors, Vendors, etc.
- Ensure and audit that the quality of projects assigned meets or exceeds both internal and external minimum standards.
- Participate in Learning Events if a quality incident on projects is deemed necessary by Supervisor or Leadership Council.
- Ensure and audit safety policies and procedures are being conducted adequately on projects assigned.
- Participate in Learning Events if an incident on projects is deemed necessary by Supervisor or Leadership Council.
- Provide project One Calls and develop utility plans on projects assigned. Communicate with Utility owners to make sure utilities are marked correctly.
- Participate in required TAR/IPC audits monthly.
- Participate in preconstruction job rides with necessary personnel.
- Provide PM/Estimator with necessary takeoffs prior to bid.
- Participate in the bid review process.
- Assist with bid document submission and attend bid openings when required by Supervisor.
- Bid projects when assigned by Supervisor.
- High School Diploma
- Written and oral communication skills
- Problem-analysis and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization
- Ability to work under pressure
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Organizational & time management skills
- Accounting best practices and laws/regulations relevant to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Working knowledge of and proficiency with a variety of computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications
- Associates Degree in Construction Manager or related field
- 1 year of construction experience
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion