Field Engineer/Field Coordinator
Location: Fredricks County, Maryland
Position Description: A prominent electrical contracting firm is seeking a Field Engineer/Coordinator to lead job-site health and safety, ensure quality reporting and workmanship, and complete all engineering work professionally and ethically. Reporting to a Project Manager, this role involves contract administration, project planning, scheduling, and reporting. The project involves the installation of a new substation, including both above-grade and below-grade installations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
- Review and analyze historical data for project preparation
- Conduct plan and specification reviews, identifying risk areas
- Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents
- Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and supervision
- Perform quantity calculations and determine the percentage of completed/installed materials and work
- Prepare work plans and work packages
- Assist in field surveying and work layout support
- Compile, process, and confirm daily labor timesheets
- Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, and safety training
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents
- Conduct basic engineering calculations and technical drafting
- Gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to various stakeholders
- Prepare purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing
- Maintain and update project schedules
- Enter data into the job cost system and review cost reports with jobsite management
- Generate change orders and as-built data for review
- Assist with estimating, forecasting, and managing craft install unit rates
- Manage earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics
- Coordinate construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of construction field experience
- Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to travel
- Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies in engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- Ability to access all points of a construction site in various climates and environments
- Highly motivated with a passion for excellence and initiative
- Strong work ethic and commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety and ensuring a safe work environment
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines and objectives
- Strong organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access)
Other Requirements:
- Work productively and meet deadlines
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others
- Perform work safely and effectively, following oral and written instructions
- Work at various locations with varying conditions
Advantages of Working with Us:
- Leading Electrical Contracting Organization in the Northeast
- Family-Owned and Operated
- Job training and mentorship
- Supportive management team
- Rewarding project experience
- Emphasis on professional development, employee satisfaction, and work-life balance
- Competitive compensation packages
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K plan
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Team-oriented company culture
- History of employment longevity
Annual Salary Range: $75k - $100k
This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
