Field Engineer

Other

Retirement

Posted 20 days ago


PCL Construction rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of.

Here's how a Field Engineer for our Civil West office contributes to our team:

Responsibilities
  • Mentors and leads inspections and orientations, identifies hazards and corrections, and leads by example for health and safety practices and procedures. 
  • Coordinates with superintendent on workforce planning. 
  • Maintains project document control and procedures. Supports project engineers and/or superintendents to lead trade contractors, including requests for information (RFIs), shop drawings, changes, and billings. 
  • Participates in the supervision of self-perform scopes, including resolving crew sizes, labor tracking, and quantity tracking for Labor Cost Reports (LCRs). 
  • Mentors and coaches field engineers and students/interns). 
  • Identifies issues on-site or in defined work scopes. 
  • Coordinates third-party inspections and site reviews. 
  • Participates in crafting, implementing, and supervising quality plan, Inspection and Test Plan (ITP). 
  • Develop and maintains positive relationships focusing on all partners. 
Qualifications
  • Associates or bachelor's degree in a related field: construction management, engineering, architecture preferred, or equivalent experience. 
  • 0 to 8-12 months of varied experience as field engineer/coordinator preferred; time acquired during internships in the field may count as experience. 
  • Knowledge of construction specifications, and methods and procedures (e.g., formwork methodologies, self-perform work, subcontracted work scopes, temporary work, equipment, and scheduling techniques). 
  • Understands and applies construction principles to problem solve. 
  • Effective verbal and written communication with supervisors and subcontractors, and reports. 
  • Proven track record to work in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Writes clear technical communication to trade contractors, designers and inspectors. 
  • Develops and maintains effective partner relationships. 
  • Proficient Microsoft Office Suite and construction related software.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.  
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let's get started! 

Employee Status: Regular Full-Time   

Company: PCL Construction, Inc. 

Primary Location: Phoenix, Arizona 

Job: Field Engineer

Requisition: 10143  


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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Field Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Field Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in equipment maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting, as well as knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations. Soft skills such as strong communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are also crucial, enabling Field Engineers to effectively collaborate with customers, identify and resolve issues, and navigate diverse work environments. By combining these technical and soft skills, Field Engineers can deliver high-quality service, build strong customer relationships, and drive business growth, ultimately supporting their career advancement and professional development.

Q: What is the career path for a Field Engineer?

A: A Field Engineer's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Field Engineer or Field Service Technician, where they gain hands-on experience and develop technical skills in equipment installation, maintenance, and repair. As they advance to mid-level roles such as Field Engineer or Senior Field Service Technician, they take on more complex projects, lead teams, and develop strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ultimately, senior roles like Field Engineering Manager or Technical Lead offer opportunities for strategic planning, mentorship, and career advancement, potentially leading to leadership positions or specialized roles in technical sales, product development, or consulting.



PCL Construction job posting for a Field Engineer in Phoenix, AZ with a salary of $25 to $42 Hourly and benefits including Retirement with a map of Phoenix location.