Job Summary

Field Engineers plan, design, develop and manage projects for the construction or repair of buildings and a wide variety of other construction projects. They may also specialist in foundation analysis, building and structural inspection, surveying and/or geomatics. A Field Engineer provides project controls according to the contract documents, and provides assistance to the project superintendent for overall project oversight, as needed. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand drawings and specifications for construction
• Conduct field layouts and surveying activities
• Establish exterior-interior grade and working lines for contractors or crafts
• Assist in the evaluation of potential dimensions and other field problems
• Understand quality requirements and industry standards for various construction types
• Work within company policy as outlined in the TMG Safety Manual and OSHA Safety standards
• Operate by having the capabilities to set direction to aid the project superintendent, lead & develop others while holding others accountable
• Establish direction and know what controls are needed from a third party survey company in order for work to be performed 
• Have the ability to install control lines needed in order to perform the layout to construct the building in accordance with the project documents
• Have the ability to maintain your layout field book daily while making sure all your notes, dimensions, and past work history are logged in daily
• Understand and review all documents and verify the locations and elevations of all embedded items for all scopes of work
• Have the ability to verify all MEP rough in is located in the proper location
• Minimize mistakes and make sure there is zero rework due to construction layout
• Understand and read all related spec sections, submittals, and shop drawings to ensure they align with the contract documents 
• Compare the architectural drawings to the structural drawings, look for conflicts ahead of time to avoid any rework
• Have the ability to generate RFIs as needed
• Review and compare subcontractors documents to ensure they match the contract documents
• Have the ability to review and research all related conflicts in the shop drawings that may require additional information
• Perform other duties as assigned by the superintendent

• May oversee some subcontractor work activities, as assigned

Competencies

• Must be a motivated team player
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Operationally focused; detailed oriented but able to grasp big picture
• Must possess a strong work ethic and desire to learn

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to function effectively in a support role
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
• Good judgment, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to make logical decisions
• Ability to plan, organize, review and document wide range of project activities with good follow-through
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to manage deadline-driven workload

Education/Experience

• Two plus years of experience in field operations on a large commercial construction project (hospitals, hotels, schools, etc.) 
• Previous experience and knowledge of construction worksite safety practices and procedures 
• Previous experience and knowledge of OSHA and other applicable federal, state and local safety regulations and standards
• PC proficiency in MS Office products, spreadsheet, and databases; familiarity with Procore and P6 is a plus
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal, driving and drug screen 
• Must possess a current and valid state driver’s license and a clean driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties the employee is regularly required to make use of close vision to read engineering blueprints and reduced size black and white drawings, specifications, fine print, reports, schedules, estimates, spreadsheets, summaries and other documents in either hard copy or computer monitor. Must be able to converse on the telephone and in person, use hands and fingers to write and type, prepare email messages with attached files and use personal computers and calculators. The employee will periodically need to lift and/or carry heavy documents such as specifications and/ or equipment, weighing up to 75 pounds.

EEO Statement

The McDonnel Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources.