Construction Field Engineer, Utility Tunneling Projects
Overview
You will own technical support and compliance review for utility construction projects across the Eastern United States. Working with a firm that has 50+ years in tunneling, you'll ensure schedules, standards, and specifications are met. You'll collaborate with project superintendents and engineers to drive field accuracy. This role stands out by giving you direct ownership of survey, layout, and documentation for high-difficulty tunneling work.
What You'll Do9
- 1Prepare job cost estimates and track budget variances.
- 2Review project plans, specs, and contracts to ensure full understanding.
- 3Calculate, review, and interpret technical data for field decisions.
- 4Create field design changes and update drawings for crew use.
- 5Perform construction survey and layout for tunnel operations.
- 6Document daily activities, site conditions, production, labor, and equipment hours.
- 7Maintain inspection, proposal, claim, submittal, and change order records.
- 8Enforce quality control and safety standards with the superintendent.
- 9Close out projects on time with complete paperwork and inspections.
Requirements10
- 1B.S. in Engineering or Construction Management.
- 2Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- 3Strong math and computational skills.
- 4Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- 5Capable of prioritizing and handling multiple tasks.
- 6Read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
- 7Working knowledge of survey techniques and equipment.
- 8Proficient with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
- 9Experience with project management, scheduling, or estimating software is a plus.
- 10Willingness to travel and hold a valid driver's license with a good record.
Salary Insight
$70 - $75k per year
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