Turner Construction Company - Pittsburgh, PA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Pittsburgh, PA
Construction of Buildings
About the position
The Engineering Assistant/Field Engineer role involves supporting engineering and administrative tasks for construction projects within the Special Projects Division or other departments. The position requires collaboration with project teams to ensure effective communication, compliance with safety standards, and adherence to project schedules. The role encompasses both office and field responsibilities, including managing documentation, assisting in project coordination, and ensuring quality control during construction.
Responsibilities
- Assist in obtaining & reviewing information & approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data & samples.
- Assist in the communication of this information across all levels of the project team.
- Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission & responses for Requests for Information (RFI's).
- Assist in preparing estimates for changes in the work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors.
- Study contract drawings, specifications, & shop drawings to ensure proper coordination & installation.
- Assist in the maintenance & updating of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, & project logs.
- Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
- Assist engineering to ensure that materials & equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet the construction schedule.
- Assist in the preparation of final records for the project including close-out documents, Operations/Maintenance Manuals, etc.
- Perform line & grade work for building layout & control as required.
- Assist in the implementation of the site safety program as required & ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards & all applicable safety codes & regulations.
- Assist in the maintenance of contract documents & electronic web-based documents for field operations.
- Assist in the preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR's).
- Review all work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
- Review contract drawings, specifications & shop drawings to ensure proper coordination & installation.
- Assist in the preparation of project as-builts.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED).
- Two years of college education from an accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education preferred.
- Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Knowledge of general contract, subcontract documents, drawings, & specifications is also desirable.
- Good interpersonal skills and a desire to learn.
- Ability to communicate well both verbally & in writing.
- Proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
- A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred.
