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We are seeking a Field Engineer for night shift operations to support construction activities, ensuring efficient execution, compliance with project specifications, and seamless coordination with the field team.

Regular

Job Duties

• Collaborate with night shift foremen and superintendents to track and analyze work plans for maximum efficiency in field operations.
• Develop, maintain, and report daily quantities installed and performed.
• Analyze and compare budgeted vs. actual production rates and material yield.
• Perform quantity take-offs from plans and contrast weekly field quantities with planned quantities.
• Assist in developing Work Activity Plans and ensuring adherence to project standards.
• Provide monthly quantity reports for verification and billing.
• Ensure that night shift fieldwork is constructed within project specifications.
• Support project engineers and superintendents as required.
• Maintain and organize Plan Drawings, Revisions, and As-Builts.
• Assist in maintaining all Project Logs.
• Monitor and compare ordered materials vs. budgeted quantities.
• Maintain a Daily Diary and provide schedule updates to the Project Engineer.
• Initiate, drive, and control Field Operations Reports.
• Develop Look-Ahead Schedules with the project superintendent.
• Present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings, including managers and employees.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience of 2+ years in a similar role preferred.
• Experience in night shift construction operations is a plus.
• Foundational knowledge of drawing and specifications, estimating and CPM scheduling preferred.
• Strong skills in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and drive efficiency in night operations.
• Valid driver’s license for occasional required travel.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Moderate physical activity, including maneuvering on construction sites in various weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity to handle construction-related tasks.

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Construction

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