Overview
Responsible for independently inspecting and monitoring construction activities to ensure completion per the plans and adheres to all specifications and codes required. This position will notify project management of significant issues and complete documentation to attest to satisfactory completion of inspection or test activities per project specifications. Employee must develop a thorough understanding of the project scope and schedule as they relate to their specific assignment.
Location & Travel Details: You’ll get the opportunity to travel across the US, helping our team build renewable projects. This is a traveling position, up to 100% of the time. You have the potential to be placed on a project site located in any state throughout the US. You’ll spend 8-12 months on average per project. We offer designated daily per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses. This position is eligible for routine travel home (rotation) from the jobsite. This role is eligible for a monthly vehicle allowance.
Responsibilities
- Promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures.
- Inspect and ensure the quality of work performed during the daily activities of the overall construction on a large-scale wind and/or solar project.
- Determine that construction work is in conformance with the design documents.
- Review tests and inspection reports to ensure that all required tests are completed and communicate all failing tests and/or inspections to the Field Quality Manager.
- Ensure all materials associated with installation are in accordance with approved submittals, purchase order, and product data.
- Perform basic to moderate surveying and necessary measuring to check line, grade and dimensions of roadway, and structural elements.
- Plan and conduct daily activities in a highly organized manner to ensure all QC and QA data are properly and accurately recorded.
- Monitor and record all work scope being executed and prepare a comprehensive Daily Report.
- Prevent deficiencies through preconstruction quality control inspection.
- Detect deficiencies and address them in a timely and effective manner.
- Work closely with the Field Quality Manager and site management.
- Interface with construction managers to maintain an open line of communication.
- Assist in compiling all necessary information to create operations and maintenance manual(s).
- Assist Logistic Management to ensure compliance when materials arrive to site.
- Inspect work and manage punch lists for work completed in the field.
- Assist in managing and maintaining production and extra work authorization log.
- May aid in preparing and distributing daily project updates.
- Utilize construction management software for quality inspections.
- May assist or participate in phase gate preparations or presentations.
- Assist the Field Quality Manager with the benchmarking process.
- May be responsible to mentor and train Quality Inspectors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Field Engineer I:
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical Engineering or related degree preferred.
- High School graduate or equivalent and 2 or more years’ experience in related construction field.
Field Engineer II:
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical Engineering or related degree and one to two years’ experience in related construction field.
- High School graduate or equivalent and three or more years’ experience in related construction field.
Field Engineer III:
- Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical Engineering or related degree and two to three years’ experience in related construction field preferred.
- High School graduate or equivalent and four or more years’ experience in related construction field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety.
- Self-starter, organized with strong interpersonal and written skills.
- Advanced computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Proficient in the use of computers and software packages needed to support quality records.
- Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage tasks independently.
- Read, analyze and interpret blueprints and technical procedures.
- Write daily reports and document project activities.
- Effectively collect and record field data to assure activities are conforming to corporate Quality Control procedures.
- Ensure the effective implementation of the quality control program for assigned project tasks.
- Calculate figures and amounts and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Ability to communicate clearly and interface effectively with a diverse group of field level employees.
Working Environment:
- Willing to work flexible hours and shifts, including overtime and night shift.
- Jobsites work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks.
- This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements.
- Be comfortable with physical work that requires climbing stairs and ladders frequently.
What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing
- Field Engineer I: Compensation $65,000-$70,000/ year, commensurate with experience.
- Field Engineer II: Compensation $70,000-$80,000/ year, commensurate with experience.
- Field Engineer III: Compensation $80,000-$90,000/ year, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice).
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan.
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
- Group legal plan.
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.