Associate Computer Engineer Jobs in Lexington, KY

Gray Construction is looking to add an experienced Field Engineer to our field operations team. 

Why Gray?

Gray is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, Gray has grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked industry leader, serving top domestic and international companies in the following markets: Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution. 

Our integrated approach allows us to deliver value at every phase of a project—from designing and building state-of-the-art facilities to fabricating custom process equipment and implementing advanced automation. 

But what truly defines Gray is our people. Our success is driven by passionate, collaborative team members who take pride in their work, value strong relationships, and are committed to doing the right thing for our customers and one another. At Gray, you’ll find a culture built on teamwork, accountability, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. 

“Personal growth precedes Gray’s growth.” – Stephen Gray, President & CEO, Gray, Inc.  

What We Expect

• Assist Site Manager in layout of building items, primarily structural, civil, process, and architectural items.
• Assist Site Manager in procurement of construction materials.
• Assist site and project team in execution of purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and execute receiving reports.
• Performs on-site material placed surveys as required. Ensure quantities in place are accurate and reported weekly or as directed by the Site Manager.
• Assist Site Manager in scheduling construction activities, such as monitoring material deliveries and subcontractor performance. Consolidate their activities on reports as requested by the Site Manager.
• After two to six months, develop bid lists, issue documents for procurement purposes, review bids, and evaluate proposals as directed by the Site Manager, and through consultation with the Project Manager.
• Assist the Site Manager in establishing and maintaining high safety and QA/QC standards. Work with Site Manager in establishing safety meeting agenda. 
• Conduct safety meetings as directed by the Site Manager.
• Review, understand, assimilate and log shop drawings and submittals.
• Help maintain a current set of red line as-built drawings as directed by the Site Manager. Correlate and update construction documents as they are reviewed.
• May assist with general labor and clean up occasionally.
• Will be required to manage the jobsite, in the absence of the Site Manager, on a regular basis.
• Perform and record Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) audits throughout the jobsite on all divisions of work and following through with the recorded audit to ensure the work is satisfactory.
• Assist in performing the project’s daily report and monthly man hour’s report.
• Able to make decisions regarding safety and quality on the spot to make improvements, without further approval. Bring all out of spec issues to the attention of the ASM and SM to receive counsel on the path forward.
• Know and enforce the safety program. Serve as on-site safety when one is not specifically assigned to the project.
• Conduct investigations into any and all safety incidents. You will be required to produce accurate reports to present to the Site Manager and Project Management staff when appropriate.
• Will work with city officials, OSHA, and inspectors throughout the duration of the project. Works with SM to ensure all inspections are scheduled and conducted per project specifications and properly documented.
• Responsible for the communication, implementation and enforcement of Gray’s safety program on site.
• Assumes ownership of scopes of work and management of subcontractors as assigned by SM
• Keeps up to date progress drawings of work put in place daily by utilizing bluebeam, excel, or assemble.
• Generate meeting agendas/minutes from various site meetings for review of SM and ensures timely and accurate distribution.
• Able to receive verbal or written direction along with constructive criticism from SM, and willing to provide such as needed/directed.
• Bring any and all customer requested changes to the attention of the SM and PM for appropriate contract action.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Who We Want

• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school AND a minimum of 2 years of related construction experience OR 4+ years of relevant construction experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must possess basic computer skills including the ability to utilize Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.), tablets and smartphones.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and be an energetic, self-motivated individual who enjoys a team environment, as well as a passion for collaboration and professional development.

This position requires travel as our projects are scattered throughout the United States and, in some cases outside of the U.S..  The selected candidate can live anywhere in the USA, but would be required to travel to the project site per Gray’s travel policy.

If you are a high achiever striving to exceed expectations in a fast-paced innovative company, then Gray is the place for you.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the team member is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms, reach, and talk or hear.  They are regularly required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 lbs.  Specific vision abilities include accurate near and distant vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions.  The team member is occasionally exposed to high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold and/or heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives, and vibration.  The noise level is generally moderate to loud.   Overtime may be required.  Some travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Through counsel with the PM and SM, ensure the subcontractors are performing their work in accordance with the guidelines set forth in their contract.

EEO Disclaimer

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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