Los Alamos National Laboratory · 3 days ago
Construction Field Engineer 2/3 - HVAC & BAS
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$94K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a skilled professional to join their Engineering Services Division as a Construction Field Engineer specializing in HVAC and BAS. The role involves transforming design concepts into reality, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Stop work if continuing is unsafe or compromises security
Prepare checklists and other project documents
Prepare or direct the preparation of field material purchase requisitions, including estimating quantities and material takeoffs
Review work packages for completeness
Review project design and engineering documents to ensure completeness
Assist Construction Supervision in planning construction methods and procedures
Interpret design drawings and prepare construction field sketches
Field verify construction materials for compliance and storage requirements
Inspect construction work for compliance with drawings, specifications, and codes
Liaise between Construction and Engineering to resolve technical issues
Assist with review and coordination of RFI responses
Prepare field change request documentation and coordinate disposition through engineering
Maintain records of quantities and construction inspection work, and may prepare material and installation portions of subcontract bid packages
Provide quality oversight of installers on a periodic basis
Prepare daily progress reports and keep supervisors informed on assigned task progress
Monitor cost versus budget performance during construction
Verify construction work for compliance with drawings and specifications
Perform tracking of deficiencies for assigned projects
Assist in the generation of punch lists
Assist Senior Construction Engineers with their functions and perform other directed tasks
Reviews project engineered design drawings, project related vendor drawings, and installation instructions for completeness and constructability
Prepares cost estimates
Assist with Start-up and Turnover
Direct and mentor Junior Construction Engineers in their functions and tasks
Qualification
Required
Effective professional communication experience
Strong working knowledge of construction planning and execution methodologies
Modern construction means and methods
Safety practices
Maintenance/installation of commercial building and industrial process systems
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Scientific discipline from an accredited institution
Minimum of 5 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above for Construction Engineer 2
Minimum of 8 years of extensive work experience leading to the thorough understanding of the knowledge described above for Construction Engineer 3
Equivalent combination of relevant experience and education or certifications
Preferred
Extensive experience in the design, installation, and/or maintenance of HVAC and BAS Systems
Extensive experience in programming BAS Systems
Documented completion of a nationally accredited apprenticeship program
Documented experience working as a journeyman and/or foreman
Documented experience in successfully managing construction personnel
Nationally accredited certification as a fire alarm, electrical, structural, mechanical, and/or plumbing Inspector
Professional experience with LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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