Field Engineer, Heavy Civil Construction

$64,000 - $96,000/Yr

Ledcor Construction - Boise, ID

Full-time - Entry Level

Boise, ID

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Field Engineer position at LTS Managed Tech Services LLC dba Ledcor Group is a critical role within the Heavy Civil Construction team, focusing on health and safety, quality assurance, and engineering work at job sites. The engineer will be responsible for contract administration, project planning, scheduling, and reporting, while also providing advisory support to Project Management on various project issues.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.
• Support in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data.
• Compile, process, and confirm daily labor timesheets.
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite.
• Supervise field operations.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations.
• Support Engineers in gathering and preparing data for submittal or transmittal to customers, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use.
• Prepare purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested.
• Assist in schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others.
• Maintain basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums.
• Assist with entering data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management.
• Generate change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager.
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid.
• Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project and assess the risk areas.
• Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents.

Requirements

• Willingness to travel to project sites and stay at site for the duration of the project.
• Two plus years of construction field experience.
• Work experience in a Field Engineering position or similar role such as Surveyor, Foreperson, Superintendent, or Project Coordinator.
• Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (preferred).
• Strong computer background including experience with Microsoft Office and scheduling software, such as Primavera.
• Experience with other construction planning and management software (3D model viewers and/or document management systems) (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, confident interacting with key contacts in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of main construction office processes: project setup; subcontract management; change management; RFIs (request for information) technical reviews and project closeout.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with construction planning and management software (3D model viewers and/or document management systems).
• Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and profit-sharing program.
• Exceptional health, dental, and vision plans.
• Life and disability coverages.
• Comprehensive retirement plans.
• Generous vacation and leave.
• Family support benefits.
• Mental health resources.
• Ongoing employee training and development.
• Team building and career growth opportunities.