Field Engineer

Company Overview:

Mortenson's success is not a matter of luck; it's a result of our ingenuity, expertise, and exceptional people coupled with our unparalleled focus on customer service.

Our foundation and culture are based upon our company values of trust, safety, teamwork, responsibility, service, and stewardship. We are inspired by a compelling purpose to build structures and facilities for the advancement of modern society and a mission to create an exceptional customer experience. Mortenson has built a reputation for being a leader in our industry and in the communities in which we live and work.

It all starts with our exceptional people and exceptional teams. Mortenson has been voted a "best place to work" 41 times regionally over the past decade...

...What are you waiting for?!

Summary:

Mortenson is currently seeking a Field Engineer with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Field Engineer will support and complete the full cycle of field coordination issues with team members, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

Organization, flexibility, outstanding customer focus and strong communication are critical in performing duties which include, but are not limited to:

Provide Pre-Construction support

• Manage the submittal and RFI processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other Project Connect programs completely to closure
• Evaluate project design and engineering documents, managing their organization and distribution to necessary parties
  
  
  
  • Conduct advance research on living arrangements for project team members
  
  

Perform project specific tasks in preparation of the team mobilizing to site

• Prepare turnover binder templates

Assist with the preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetings

• Compile, contact, and arrange for short form subcontracts with local entities at the project site
• Power, trailers, housing, local subcontractors, etc.
• Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements
• Review and utilize the Best Practice Database for SWIs, quality documents, prep meetings, etc.

Manage all aspects necessary for Construction support

• Manage the quality assurance & quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality Plan
• Manage the inventory process as materials arrive to site: inspection, offload, receiving, and storage
• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, punch list final inspections
• Assist Project Manager and Project Superintendents as needed regarding material and equipment management (pickup trucks, rented/owned equipment, coordinate the equipment facility)
• Manage mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop and as-built drawings
• Coordinate creation of lift and formwork drawings
• Manage production logs for work put in place (self-performed or subcontracted)
• Track Event Management incidents regarding Safety or Quality in DFW responsibilities

Administer Closeout processes

• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project specific quality and TSO plan
• Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliers
• Support the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities
• Provide periodic updates of the submittal register to the customer or architect

Other duties as assigned, including:

• Participate in project safety audits and Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety Program
• Determine alternative work methods as needed
• Maintain schedule of timelines and follow through until completion

Qualifications:

• Previous related internship experience a plus
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills
• Current driver's license

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management