Field Engineer - Construction jobs in New York, NY

Brown and Caldwell seeks a Construction Engineer with some experience with Design services During Construction (DSDC) or construction management in infrastructure construction projects (sewer/water).  The Construction Project Engineering function is an essential member of the overall project delivery team. This role will have high visibility with clients working directly with design engineers and contractors for field engineering support during construction. This role will support many aspects of the project while developing the necessary management skills required to engage in greater project leadership within the organization.

The candidate will require effective communication skills. The effective execution of this role will include support of both senior project management as well coordination with design discipline leads. The successful candidate will be based two to three days at the field site and the remaining days will be flexible. Candidates with engineering background with ability to be involved with design as well as construction services would be highly desired.

Detailed Description:

This role will support a wide range of tasks during the overall life cycle of a project; initial Primary focus will be on delivering infrastructure construction project solutions to clients.  The successful candidate will work closely with the project lead, and associated project management and technical staff.

Primary responsibilities to include:

• Perform construction management oversight and administration tasks, including supporting the Project Manager, engineers, inspectors and project assistant as needed
• Investigate/research engineering and construction issues to determine potential solutions and associated cost/schedule/performance ramifications
• Expedite submittal and RFI responses, including technical and administrative functions
• Coordinate in the field with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, designers and regulatory agencies
• Participate in progress meetings to review and discuss construction activities, progress, and issues

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the environmental consulting industry
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required
• BS in engineering or construction management, environmental/civil engineering, or related discipline required
• EIT required.
• Flexibility in performing a variety of tasks in a timely and efficient manner to complete an assignment.
• Must be able to successfully manage and deliver on multiple tasks with competing priorities.
• Excellent computer skills and the use of software including but not limited to  standard computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint MS Project, and Navisworks 2013 (or newer), BIM 360, Bluebeam, and database management tools
• Strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills working with multidisciplinary teams, including clients and fellow staff members.
• Ability to travel to work sites regionally initially 50% of the time
• Ability to remain alert and vigilant while working around construction equipment and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified.
• Ability to climb stairs (2-3 flights) or ladders (up to 24 feet typically) to access structures for visual inspection.
• Ability to walk slowly around a construction site of varying size that may have areas of uneven, muddy, and/or rocky ground to perform inspections and take photographs.
• Ability to perform field work in adverse conditions as needed.
• Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold.
• Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel toed boots (or other approved toe protection), etc.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $24.40- $33.50
Location B: $26.90 - $36.90
Location C: $29.30- $40.20

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.