Field Engineer

Description

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking a field engineer to support several dam reconstruction projects located in Midland, Michigan. Under leadership of senior design engineering staff, this position will provide support for ongoing field construction and design efforts. Field activities will include observation and documentation of construction activities, identification of and supporting resolution of field issues associated with the design/field conditions. Coordination with the owner, construction manager, multi-disciplinary design teams, contractors, third-party testing agencies and field survey crews. Candidate will also provide office support, data management and report development.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Serve as onsite Field Engineer (FE) on small to large construction projects including, but not limited to, dams, spillways, levees, embankments, temporary coffer dam systems, cut-off walls, structural concrete and gate/outlet structures.
• Knowledge to be safe working around large construction equipment.
• Read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read and understand various project plans such as Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plan, permits and other associated contract documents and requirements.
• Support the Resident Engineer/Site Manager including working with and communicating with teams and supporting day-to-day activities at the site.
• Documenting and preparing reports on construction activities including keeping detailed field notes and logging activities daily. Prepare photographic logs of the progress of the construction, as well as track, organize, and update project documents.
• Develop daily and weekly construction reports.
• Support review of Contractor RFIs and submittals.
• Communicate and coordinate with other project participants including the Client Management Team.
• Support engineering and design teams as needed including, but not limited to, input to construction methods and sequencing, input to construction cost estimates and schedules, contractor prequalification and review of contractor bids.

Minimum Qualifications

• A degree in engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited university.
• 1 to 3 years of previous related professional experience in the construction of roadways, pipelines, bridges, water and wastewater facilities, parks, dams, canals, reservoirs, pump stations, and/or buildings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, team leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong capability to work remotely and independently while maintaining productivity and motivation.
• Enjoy working in the construction industry and being a part of a dynamic team environment.
• Familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, and other typical construction management related software.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Physically able to participate or perform construction site observations.
• Willing to travel to jobsites. Total travel up to 80% time.
• Valid U.S. driver's license

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• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
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• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

X

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

1-2 hours

Standing

6-8 hours

Walking

3-5 hours

Climbing

0-1 hours

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

0-30 pounds

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

0-10 pounds

Carrying objects

6-8 hours

Push/pull

0-1 hour

Twisting

1-2 hours

Bending

2-3 hours

Reaching forward

1-3 hours

Reaching overhead

0-1 hour

Squat/kneel/crawl

2-4 hours

Wrist position deviation

1-2 hours

Pinching/fine motor skills

2-3 hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

1-2 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

1-2 hours

Talk or hear

6-8 hours

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

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