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Field Engineer @ DRA

Boston, Massachusetts, USOnsiteFull-time
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About this role

We are seeking a Field Engineer for night shift operations to support construction activities, ensuring efficient execution, compliance with project specifications, and seamless coordination with the field team.

Regular Job Duties

• Collaborate with night shift foremen and superintendents to track and analyze work plans for maximum efficiency in field operations.

• Develop, maintain, and report daily quantities installed and performed.

• Analyze and compare budgeted vs. actual production rates and material yield.

• Perform quantity take-offs from plans and contrast weekly field quantities with planned quantities.

• Assist in developing Work Activity Plans and ensuring adherence to project standards.

• Provide monthly quantity reports for verification and billing.

• Ensure that night shift fieldwork is constructed within project specifications.

• Support project engineers and superintendents as required.

• Maintain and organize Plan Drawings, Revisions, and As-Builts.

• Assist in maintaining all Project Logs.

• Monitor and compare ordered materials vs. budgeted quantities.

• Maintain a Daily Diary and provide schedule updates to the Project Engineer.

• Initiate, drive, and control Field Operations Reports.

• Develop Look-Ahead Schedules with the project superintendent.

• Present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings, including managers and employees.

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

• Experience of 2+ years in a similar role preferred.

• Experience in night shift construction operations is a plus.

• Foundational knowledge of drawing and specifications, estimating and CPM scheduling preferred.

• Strong skills in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and drive efficiency in night operations.

• Valid driver's license for occasional required travel.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

• Moderate physical activity, including maneuvering on construction sites in various weather conditions.

• Manual dexterity to handle construction-related tasks.

Compensation Range: $70,000-$80,000

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