The Christman Company ยท 3 months ago
Assistant Field Layout Engineer
The Christman Company is a construction firm seeking an Assistant Field Layout Engineer. This role involves establishing building corners, maintaining benchmarks, performing as-built surveys, and ensuring the accuracy of construction layouts while adhering to safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Takes direction from supervisor (QC Manager, Field Layout Engineer)
Establishes building corners and permanent reference points to allow back checks of building location
Lay out wall / column / anchor bolt pattern center lines for correct installation of rebar, formwork embeds etc
Sets and maintains benchmarks and control lines on each floor for use in layout, and verify that workers are using proper elevations and control lines
Checks slab for elevation and alignment during concrete pours
Performs as-built surveys to verify correct placement of work and to identify conflicts between items of work (i.e., where concrete slab edge or walls have encroached on the exterior skin), and may help maintain as-built drawings
Read drawings to identify required dimensions to perform layout listed above and confirms no conflicts between drawing sets (Structural, Architectural, Civil, Etc.)
Calculates earth, rock, and concrete quantities accurately
Assist with the coordination of shop drawings with contract drawings, verifies accuracy, and proposes solutions to discrepancies between the drawings
Responsible for care, maintenance, and calibration of engineering equipment
Compile and maintain project record and as-built documents. Ensures storage protocols are followed
Keep immediate working area clean. Must use broom and wheelbarrows and follow material procedures
Identifies and reports safety hazards. Takes all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize hazards
Demonstrates safe working practices and complies with all safety requirements
Qualification
Required
Five (5) years of experience as a tradesperson in construction
Graduation from relevant trade school with certificate in surveying
Well organized, excellent communication, and negotiation abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices
Have the ability to read a Blueprint
Familiarity with construction project management software
Strong computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to work well with supervision and peers
Ability to problem solve when errors occur
Must be conscious of time schedules and deadlines
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Preferred
Basic understanding of Trimble and Nikon equipment
Basic understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics
Experience within general trade carpentry