Field Engineer

The Korte Company is seeking a Construction Field Engineer to join our team to assist with Superintendent duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with creation of the master project schedule, while incorporating design, submittals, fabrication and construction activities
• Document and distribute project coordination meeting minutes
• Read and interpret contracts, terms, provisions, estimates, agreements, set up sheets, reports, specifications and plans to determine processing and completion procedures
• Establish and manage the submittal review/approval process
• Create, manage, process and log RFIs and submittals
• Track potential changes through the request for change (RFC) system
• Identify and document close-out procedures including a checklist
• Prepare and provide owner with warranty letters, maintenance and operation manuals
• Assist in quality control and safety of subcontractors on the jobsite
• Assist with maintaining subcontractors work is per the plans, specifications and submittals

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.

• Strong organization and time management skills
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional in actions and appearance
• Effective interactions with owners, subcontractors, employees and assistants
• Strong computer skills
• Previous experience with P6 is preferred

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

Qualified applicants will have:

• Degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering or Civil Engineering
• Prior experience in similar role will be considered but is not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

• Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Talk or hear with others on jobsite and via phone/computer communications
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be at the worksite at all times whenever work or testing is being performed. The worksite environment is constantly changing and may include:

• Wet and/or humid conditions
• Moving mechanical parts
• High, precarious places
• Risk of electrical shock
• Outside weather conditions, such as extreme heat and extreme cold
• Moderate to loud noise levels

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than fifty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) and company paid holidays. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer Affirmative Action M/F/Vet/Disability.