Architectural Field Engineer
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Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high‑value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.
Job Description
The Architectural Field Engineer is responsible to the CSA Lead Field Engineer and Project Field Engineer for ensuring the quality of all architectural construction work on the project.
Support the construction efforts by providing technical support to craft and supervision as well as helping to satisfy Quality requirements on the project. Initiates action when necessary to ensure the project is being built as specified in the scope of work.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide construction engineering and technical support for a specific discipline on large stand-alone projects. Provide construction engineering and technical support for two or more construction engineering disciplines on small to medium projects.
• Assist craftsmen, foremen, and project supervision with regard to construction-related issues identified on drawings
• Provide technical interpretation of design documents in support of construction managers, superintendents, and contractors and provides specific expertise for problem solving activities
• Establish and maintain effective communication between the company and the design engineer to ensure the timely flow of design documents and information
• Coordinate the preparation and implementation of the project quality program when the quality function is the responsibility of the construction engineering department; report the status of functions performed by the construction engineering department to project management
• Perform Constructability Reviews on the project
• Provide technical oversight of subcontracted architectural related scopes of work
• Utilize project automation tools as required
• Implement project Construction Quality Control requirements including inspection and testing of in-process and completed installations
• Provides technical assistance to construction management and superintendents overseeing the work and keeps them informed on matters relating the architectural work.
• Communicates with Design Engineering to understand design requirements and resolve field problems.
• Performs quantity take-offs from design drawings as required and provides input into the project quantity tracking system.
• Prepare field design changes for the project
• Reviews the project schedules. Working with the Civil and Area Superintendents, develops weekly work schedules as required.
• Inspects architectural work in progress and prepares appropriate inspection records.
• Witnesses tests and completes final test acceptance records before system turnover.
• Assists the Civil Superintendent and Area Superintendent in resolving construction issues.
• Verifies/reports installed architectural quantities weekly.
• Prepares material requisitions for testing equipment, field-procured materials, and temporary construction materials required for the project.
• Monitors the status of material deliveries by maintaining open dialogue with suppliers and fabricators.
• Assists Construction Management on architectural related problems to obtain vendor information, substitutions, and other design-related issues.
• Coordinates as-built information for architectural installations as required by the contract, specifications, or project procedures.
• Monitors and expedites material deliveries to coordinate the proper flow of material to the site.
• Develops punchlists and work lists of to-go work for use in completing the Architectural installations.
• Perform system/area turnovers including preparation of applicable as built documents and inspection records required by the contract
Basic Job Requirements
• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and twelve (12) years of work-related experience; a recognized certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Other Job Requirements
• Mustbe able to provide proof of US citizenship
• Assess and escalate issues to the Construction Engineering Manager, as necessary
• The ability to read and comprehend construction drawings and specifications is required.
• Recent experience as a Field Engineer concentrating on architectural finishes on a large scale NNSA/DOE/DOD/Commercial nuclear EPC project is preferred.
• Familiarity with nuclear quality (e.g. NQA-1) and commercial quality practice standards is required.
• Candidates should be self-starters, highly motivated, requiring minimal supervision, and able to work well in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Construction Management degree or global equivalent
• Extensive site construction experience required
• Requires an individual who excels in a particular area such as civil, mechanical, piping, electrical, and/or instrumentation work
• A working knowledge of national consensus codes and standards related to the architectural finishes. Including but not limited to ASTM, AMPP, NCMA, SSPC, etc.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar computer aided design software
• Working knowledge and proficient use and development of Excel Spreadsheets
• Working knowledge and experience in development of Work Packages
Candidate must meet at least one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering or architectural related field and at least 12 years of related experience.
- Technical Associate's degree and at least 15 years of related experience.
- A high school diploma and at least 25 years of related experience.
Related experience includes positions held as a field engineer with heavy concentration on architectural finishes i.e., cold formed metal framing, gypsum board, masonry, coatings, doors and hardware, glazing, casework, acoustical tile ceilings, etc., on heavy industrial or large commercial projects; preference given to candidates with Major EPC Project experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $102,000.00 - $184,000.00