
Engineer, Field
- New Westminster, BC
- $80,000-90,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
- Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
- Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.
- Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
- Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
- Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
- Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
- Partake in safety toolbox talks, daily tailboard meetings, risk assessment evaluations and weekly safety inspections.
- Collects, coordinates and analysis shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
- Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
- Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
- Notifies team members and manager of any significant schedule changes and recommends solutions for management consideration.
- Perform additional assignments per management's direction.
- Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
- Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
- Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
- Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
- Responsible for evaluating progress draws for subcontractor work performed and change orders as situations arise.
- Reconciles job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
- Take ownership of Certificate(s) of Completion related to designated scopes.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
- Post-secondary school education in Civil Engineering or Construction Management disciplines; or acceptable combination of education and previous experience.
- A minimum of 3-5 years working as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator, ideally in project engineering or heavy civil construction environment.
- Knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
- Proficient in software related to the construction industry (e.g. Primavera Scheduling software, AutoCAD, SAP etc.).
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral.
- Flexibility to work in both field and office.
- Design build project experience would be advantageous.