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Vaughn Construction · 1 day ago

Field Engineer

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Vaughn Construction is a regional commercial construction company focused on building higher education, healthcare, and research facilities. The Field Engineer will perform and verify layout of construction projects, inspect activities for quality and compliance, and supervise construction workers and trade contractor employees.

Civil EngineeringConstructionSmart Building

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Inspect construction activities in accordance with established quality procedures and evaluate compliance with project plans, specifications, shop drawings and other project related documents

Know, understand and consistently enforce Vaughn’s safety program and OSHA rules

Provide technical assistance, e.g. interpretation of drawings, recommended construction methods and equipment, etc. as required

Review plans, specifications, general notes and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned duties

Establish building control vertical and horizontal

Set-up and operate robotic total station, back sights and operate prism pole and data collector for precise layouts

Establish and verify elevations

Verify correct installation of embeds, anchor bolts etc. in concrete structure

Perform and document as-built conditions as needed for embeds, concrete, other structural components and existing conditions

Run level loops and provide grades for formwork, concrete and rebar placement

Communicate positively among employees and work as a team with project management, QA/QC and safety co-workers

Help sustain a positive company image

Assist in effectively training crew members to adhere to policies/procedures and motivating them to uphold core values by leading through example

Develop professional relationship with design team to ensure project is delivered successfully

Ensure all on-site personnel comply with the project procedures

Exhibit organization skills to ensure loose ends are cleaned up and complete projects timely

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of time sheets, unit reporting, daily construction reports and labor projections

Review and works within company policies and procedures

Assist project management team in implementation of an effective job site communications plan. Communicate often and clearly with the team

Maintains excellent attendance and punctuality

Qualification

Construction technology knowledgeRobotic total station operationQuality compliance inspectionLeadership skillsEffective communicationOrganizational skillsMS Office proficiencyPlanning skillsInterpersonal skills