Entry Level Project - Field Engineer (Rotational)

Job Description

Job Description:\n\n Position: ENTRY LEVEL PROJECT - FIELD ENGINEER (ROTATIONAL) GET TO KNOW US: Pinkard Construction is the region's most awarded, mid-sized general contractor based in Colorado. Our focus for the last 60 years has been to build the highest quality commercial and multifamily buildings that support the communities in which we live across the Colorado Front Range. Our people enjoy the opportunity to build where they live, and remain local to participate in all the great state of Colorado has to offer. We thrive when our communities thrive, and are looking for those who will join us in building a great place to live and work. At Pinkard Construction, our employees are our most valued assets. Our success is due to the direct result of teamwork. If you are looking for a career at a company that has a true interest in its employees, focuses only on the Colorado Front Range, so you can go home to your family at night, offers competitive salaries, industry-leading benefits packages, and a bonus/profit-sharing program for all employees, Pinkard is the place for you! Visit our website to learn more! POSITION DESCRIPTION: Depending on the engineer’s assignment they will report to a superintendent, project manager or preconstruction manager. Entry-level position providing a rotation through the primary operations functions within Pinkard (Rotation Program), with the purpose of gaining knowledge/skills/aptitudes and a thorough understanding of construction operations. During the Rotation Program an engineer will have the role of Field Engineer, Office Engineer, Project Engineer and Preconstruction Engineer. The Rotation Program will also help the employee and the organization understand the best initial career path within Pinkard. This program can last between 3-5 years depending upon projects available for assignment. The average duration is 4 years. OFFICE ENGINEER ROLE Key Duties: Assists the Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager with project and contract administration. The primary responsibility of the Office Engineer is to ensure the proper materials and information are available to allow construction to progress without delay. May be assigned to multiple projects depending upon the nature of the assigned project(s) and the needs of the company. RESPONSIBLITIES: Safety and Risk ManagementProactively places a high priority on safety at all times and asserts that priority whenever and wherever neededPerforms regularly scheduled jobsite safety auditsReads and is familiar with all construction and contract documents, and changes, including:Owner contract agreement and general conditionsPlans, project manual, all specifications, and geotechnical reportsSubcontracts and material contracts Submittals and Shop DrawingsIs responsible for the complete submittal and shop drawing process, including:Organizing, scheduling, submitting, and trackingPerforming or obtaining thorough internal review of all submittals and shop drawings before submittal to the architect for approvalEnsuring timely review and return, including resubmittal if necessary, to facilitate timely production, delivery, and/or installation of workDistribution of approved documents to all affected trades Requests for InformationReceives, researches, organizes, submits, tracks, and ensures timely resolution of Requests for Information for all trades and suppliersEnsures distribution of RFI responses to all affected trades and team members Scheduling and ProcurementAssists project team in input, production, and distribution of initial, updated and short interval project schedules based on Project Manager and Superintendent scheduling directionCoordinates and tracks, and ensures that project schedule includes, all activities relative to:Subcontractor and supplier buyoutSubmittals, shop drawings, and approvalsDelivery of materials and mobilization of subcontractorsAssists Project Manager with procurement responsibilities as established for specific projects Change Orders and Revision ControlTracks all project and project document revisions and maintains revision control logsProcesses owner and subcontractor change order requests and change ordersEnsures that all changes are evaluated for their impact on the project schedule and costsEnsures that change documents are distributed to all trades and team members Owner Architect MeetingsAttends and maintains meeting minutes of regular OAC meetings CloseoutOrganizes and manages the document collection and assembly portion of project closeout including as-built drawings and specifications, project and contract document revisions, O&M manuals, warranties, RFI’s and other required itemsEnsures timely delivery and documented receipt of closeout documents as well as required extra material and spare partsEnsures timely scheduling, execution and documentation of owner training OtherBecomes familiar and assists with permitting and occupancy certificate processes Position: FIELD ENGINEER ROLE Key Duties: Assist the project’s superintendent team to ensure successful execution of the project. Gain exposure to field operations. May be assigned to multiple projects depending upon the nature of the assigned project(s) and the needs of the company. RESPONSIBLITIES: Safety and Risk Management · Proactively places a high priority on safety at all times and asserts that priority whenever and wherever neededAssists Project Superintendent with implementation and enforcement of Pinkard and project specific safety plans · Responsible for using assigned technology to create photographic documentation of materials and construction phases Relationships · Becomes familiar with Pinkard’s culture and business decorum and how they affect client, subcontractor, and Pinkard team relationships Defect Prevention and Quality Control · Assists with maintaining record documents such as testing and inspections, progress photographs, etc.Assists Project Superintendent with walk-through inspections · Attends weekly coordination meetings as required Scheduling · Attends training in Pinkard scheduling technique and philosophyAssist in developing and monitoring schedulesPerforms tasks related to the collection of schedule data required to monitor project progress · Under direct supervision, may draft and computerize short term construction schedules for small phases of the work Stormwater Management · Assists Project Superintendent with implementation and enforcement of Pinkard and project specific stormwater management plans Layout & Engineering · Assists survey crews with establishment of horizontal and vertical controls for the projectUnder direct supervision, establishes exterior-interior grade and working lines for contractors or crafts from control set by others · Assists in the evaluation of dimensional and other field problems, referring them to Project Superintendent Project Administration · Becomes familiar with the contract drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals to ensure compliance of workAssists in the preparation of field generated RFI's · Assists in maintaining as-built documentation on site Cost Control · Performs tasks related to the collection and analysis of cost data required to monitor project budgets and progressAssists with procurement of non-contract minor field purchasingPerforms cost coding activities for time sheets and non-contract minor purchasesBegins to understand Pinkard’s project cost accounting system Position: PROJECT ENGINEER ROLE Key Duties: On projects with limited scope and thus require only one engineer to be assigned, the Project Engineer will fulfill the role of both the Office Engineer and Field Engineer. RESPONSIBLITIES: See the responsibilities of the Office Engineer and Field Engineer. Position: PRECONSTRUCTION ENGINEER Key Role: This position provides introductory exposure to Preconstruction Services. Assists with gathering, calculating, and compiling data for use in conceptual estimates and hard bid proposals, and preparing routine estimates under general supervision. May be assigned to multiple projects depending upon the nature of the assigned project(s) and the needs of the company. RESPONSIBLITIES: Quantity TakeoffsAssists estimating team in completing quantity takeoffs utilizing latest software application and standardized estimating procedures and techniques. Scope will include self-performed and subcontracted scopes of work Subcontract Bid InvitationsAssists in preparation of bid packages, including instructions, scopes, bid forms, specifications, interface requirements, etc.Assists with the reviews of subcontractor proposals for compliance with bid packages and bid documents.Develop proficiency with bid solicitation software for subcontractor invitations Bid ClosingsAssists in the bid closings and analysis of specific assigned trade scopes under direction of lead estimatorProvides follow up with subcontractors on bid clarifications Safety and Defect PreventionIntroduction to company safety policiesIntroduction to company defect prevention strategiesParticipate in project constructability reviews Subcontract/Vendor PrequalificationIntroduction to the subcontractor pre-qualification process Preconstruction Project AdministrationAttend project preconstruction meetings at discretion of lead estimatorTake meeting minutes according to company procedures (Procore)Issue Preconstruction RFIs according to company procedures (Excel or Procore) Typical DutiesMeet periodically with mentor to develop and assess learning plan progressResearch historical data (purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimatesMaintains files of working documents for back up to estimating figuresAssists in the monitoring of conceptual estimates with actual cost dataAssists with production of conceptual estimates, clarifications and cost analysis reportsAssist with orientation of new estimating engineers for take-off software and bid solicitation softwareIntroduction to BIM capabilities for concrete lift drawings, building model review and project presentations In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the salary range for this position will be $70,000 to $104,00 + Profit Sharing. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components including, but not limited to, time in the position, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. BENEFITS: Pinkard offers a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including four choices of highly (actuarially) rated medical plans, dental, and vision benefits (all covering eligible employees and their dependents), generous paid time off, 401(k) with an employer contribution, profit sharing, life insurance, AD&D insurance, long-term disability, employee assistant programs and other mental health resources, and identity theft protection We offer optional benefits such as pet insurance, prepaid legal, life insurance for dependents, and college savings plans. Pinkard also provides two-days per year of paid volunteer time to serve our communities, a generous fitness reimbursement program, a tuition reimbursement program, and a second language fluency program. To be considered for this position, click on "Apply Now" (in this posting or in the Careers section of PinkardBuilds.com) by 12/31/2025. Pinkard Construction Co. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)