Dragados USA, Inc.

Field Engineer (Entry Level)

Dragados USA, Inc. Virginia Beach, VA
Dragados USA, Inc.

Field Engineer (Entry Level)

Dragados USA, Inc. Virginia Beach, VA
1 day ago 41 applicants

See who Dragados USA, Inc. has hired for this role

Responsibilities

  • Work with a vibrant and diverse team to build heavy marine and/or civil construction
  • Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by supervisor; review project plans and proposals, specifications & drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates, write work plans, and ensure that field work is done in accordance with drawings & specifications
  • Self-perform work and supervise subcontractors as well as clearly communicate with vendors
  • Identify project responsibilities by determining the phases and elements of the project
  • Calculate time frames and sequences the stages of the project
  • Prepare work plans, assure quality control, manage and track costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs, and maintain exceptional owner relations
  • Code daily labor, purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, costs, quantities, actual expenditures, etc. for tracking in cost system
  • Adhere to company policy/procedures as well as safety and environmental policies
  • Prepare and manage submittals & RFI’s and maintain all documentation to support the company’s position for claims resolution
  • Other duties as required by supervisor

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college/university in Marine or Ocean Engineering, Construction Management or related field
  • Knowledge of construction safety as well as current Federal & OSHA requirements
  • Broad knowledge of and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control
  • Ability to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings
  • Familiarity with CAD, PC software packages typically associated with engineering (i.e. Scheduling software), Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Able to work well individually and in a group environment, fostering a team approach
  • Organizational ability – able to plan, prioritize, organize and monitor activities and projects
  • Prior Field experience in the construction industry preferred
  • Availability and willingness to work weekends and night shifts per business needs

  • Seniority level

    Entry level

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology

  • Industries

    Construction

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