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As the premier general contractor in the heavy construction market, MLJ Contracting successfully performs major public works projects for client agencies across the New York city area. Proud of our quality workmanship and engaging projects, we always maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Want to build a career that stands the test of time? Join MLJ and lay the foundation for a better future.

A Field Engineer is assigned to an active project full time. Project locations are typically in the NYC Metropolitan Area. Under the direction of the Project Manager and/or Project Engineers, staff assigned as Field Engineers will perform various tasks related to the planning, engineering, and monitoring of a project.

The Field Engineer will be responsible for managing schedule, quality, change orders and engineering relating to specific packages, scopes or work areas.

II. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering (or equivalent experience).

III. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of submittal packages to the owner/designer, and/or follow-up with subcontractors/vendors as appropriate;
• Development of work plans for specific operations;
• Monitor construction progress in terms of quantities of work performed, performance vs schedule, quality, etc.
• Assist in the procurement of materials or equipment required for the work;
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Management of subcontractors, including schedule, quality, change orders and scheduling of work.

Typical Career Paths for Field Engineers would be to become more senior Project Engineers on active projects, and/or to become superintendents who manage the crews and subcontractors.

IV. QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION

• 0-2 years of experience
• Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Auto Cad or drafting software.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and computer skills.