Senior Field Engineer

Full Job Description

About us

We are a locally owned, full-service general contractor based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Our aim is for our clients to associate us with an uncompromising commitment to excellence in project delivery. We strive to provide a positive environment for each project by engaging with our customers to understand their needs and supporting our employees to succeed and grow as we grow.

Getting our employees home safely every night is our top priority. We have created a culture committed to the health and safety of our employees, clients, and the public. Our strength is in our people. We respect our people, enable and empower them, and support them to grow.

We are looking to expand by adding a Senior Field Engineer to our construction team. In this role, the Senior Field Engineer will carry out regular services and execute projects from conception to completion. Responsibilities include interfacing with clients, procurement, and reading and understanding project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee construction projects: resource and budget requirements, cost estimates, and timelines. Meet daily with project crews to review production schedules and confirm that all materials, equipment, and resources are readily available to keep production on schedule and within budget.
• Provide technical input for project work plans and scheduling. Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment, or processes that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Participate in client meetings alongside the project manager to review project details and verify that project components are installed per specifications and design requirements.
• Manage procurement of site materials, tools, and equipment required for projects.
• Manage subcontractors, prepare quotes for site services, and source new subcontractors as needed.
• Handle project scheduling and execution of labor forecasts and associated project costs. Notify team members and managers of significant schedule changes and recommend solutions for consideration.
• Use MS Project and other project management tools to input cost codes and project-related details.
• Assess processes, manage project budgets, take measurements, and interpret data. Provide improvement suggestions and lessons learned to management for assigned projects.
• Report to the Project Manager and participate in weekly progress meetings.
• Coordinate with Quality Control/Quality Assurance on work sites. Support foremen and work crews with materials, tools, and clarification of project specifications.
• Examine and inspect field conditions, identify problems or inaccuracies, and prepare Requests for Information as needed.
• Develop site-specific safety plans.
• Perform take-offs and additional duties as required.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Full-time employment required.
• Travel to job sites is required. Work is conducted both on-site and in the office.
• Must be eligible to meet and maintain requirements for applicable security clearances.
• Willingness to travel to job sites outside the Lower Mainland is considered an asset.
  
  

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A positive attitude, team spirit, technical knowledge, and relevant experience are key to success in this role. The candidate should be flexible and willing to help wherever needed, working independently or within a team as required.

We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please indicate so in your application.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our goal is to create an inclusive and accessible environment for candidates and employees that reflects the communities in which we operate. If you require accommodations during the recruitment or interview process (such as alternate formats, accessible meeting rooms, or other types of support), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Additional Pay

• Overtime pay
  
  

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

Flexible Language Requirement

• French not required
  
  

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
  
  

Experience

• Civil engineering: 1 year (preferred)
• Field Engineer or Project Coordinator: 5 years (preferred)
  
  

Willingness To Travel

• 25% (preferred)
  
  

Work Location: On the road