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Field Engineer

Southland Holdings

Lake Charles, LAFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Lake Charles, LA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Southland Holdings is hiring a Field Engineer. Southland Holdings is seeking a highly motivated Field Engineer to join their team in the Lake Charles LA/Vinton LA/Beaumont TX Area. This position requires 1-3 years of experience with a heavy civil general contractor. The Field Engineer will assist with project management tasks, including submittals, change orders, and construction administration.

Key focus areas include Receive, review, forward and track status of submittals, Assist in management of project permit process, and Assist is preparation of bid packages and procurement.

Successful candidates bring Construction Related Degree With 1-3 Years Experience, English And Spanish Requirement, and Excellent Computer Skills And Analytical Ability. Important skills include English, Spanish, Computer Skills, Analytical Ability, Primavera P6, and AutoCAD. Preferred (not required): Industrial Construction Process Understanding, Interpret Contract Specifications And Drawings, Contract Procedures And Principles Knowledge, and Construction Logic And Sequencing Understanding.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

EnglishSpanishComputer SkillsAnalytical AbilityPrimavera P6AutoCADIndustrial Construction Process UnderstandingInterpret Contract Specifications and DrawingsContract Procedures and Principles KnowledgeCommunicate EffectivelyWork in a Team EnvironmentConstruction Logic and Sequencing Understanding

Qualifications

1-3 Years Heavy Civil General Contractor ExperienceTransportation ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Benefits

401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Southland Holdings company is currently accepting resumes for a highly motivated Field Engineer to join our team in Lake Charles LA/Vinton LA/Beaumont TX Area.

This position requiring 1-3 years' with heavy civil general contractor experience .

Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Receive, review, forward and track status of submittals.

  • Assist in management of project permit process.

  • Assist is preparation of bid packages and procurement.

  • Receive and review change orders.

  • Assist more senior civil engineers with entry level engineering tasks.

  • Assist with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting/monitoring contractor's compliance with contract documents.

  • Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing

  • releases and reports status.

  • Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications.

  • Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course

  • of construction are recorded.

  • Completes project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents.

  • Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items.

  • Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers

  • and contractors.

  • Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Construction/related degree with 1-3 years construction experience/ heavy civil general contractor experience.

  • Transportation experience is highly preferred.

  • Ability to speak English and Spanish is a REQUIREMENT.

  • Excellent computer skills and analytical ability.

  • Experience working with Primavera P6, AutoCAD. Understanding of industrial construction process.

  • Must have ability to interpret contract specifications and drawings. Knowledge of contract procedures and principles.

  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.

  • Ability to understand construction logic and sequencing of complex projects.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Relevant experience can waive degree.

Benefits (Full-time):

  • 401K & 401K Matching

  • Dental Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Referral Program

  • Weekly payroll

For more than 100 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been building what has become SOUTHLAND HOLDINGS. We combine the strengths of five companies who share a dedication to building critical infrastructure projects which improve the environment and lives of those around us. Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V

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