Field Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Anticipate travel to project sites (50-75%) to complete fieldwork per project pace and requirements.
- Typically, each active construction site is visited daily and construction crews need direction on demo, formwork and PROWAG compliant grades.
- Available on speed dial to contractors and city staff for questions.
- Perform initial walkthrough of each project assignment with the City Project Manager and GC Superintendent for scoping, and capture the scope by marking up base maps
- Communicate with property owners, tenants, and other third-party stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
- Assist in the preparation of General Permit plans and standard TCP
- Assist in the preparation of cost estimation after scoping walkthrough
- Schedule preconstruction meetings with the GC and City PM prior to construction kickoff.
- Attend and present status updates to City PM group at biweekly progress meetings
- Coordinate with ATD and ATSD for signals, street narrowing, striping, speed calming, etc. and review schematics.
- Capture daily photos using a mobile phone or iPad with GIS/camera app and oversee preparation of daily reports
- Request and obtain signed right-of-entry authorization where access to private property is required to achieve compliance in the public right-of-way
- Schedule RAS inspections, prepare punchlist, oversee the completion of punch list items, and obtain clear RAS report.
- Attend quantity walkthroughs after project completion and review pay app for accuracy
- Work closely with construction teams to verify that work is completed in accordance with engineering specifications and permits.
- Review construction documents in the field and address any discrepancies with the project team.
- Opportunity to transition into an office-based civil design role following the completion of construction projects.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Professional Engineer license in Texas
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Construction Management.
- 4+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on field engineering.
- Valid driver's license with a favorable driving record.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to solve complex challenges as they arise.
- Proficiency in using technology for data collection and project management.
- Positive and professional attitude, with a commitment to promoting safe work environments.
- Interest or experience in civil infrastructure projects.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) Preference
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Work Life Balance
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Parental Leave
- Retirement Benefits
- 401k
- Up to 3% company matching
- Ongoing Learning
- Licensing CE requirements
- Professional Learning