What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine Field Engineer (Entry Level) position at Dragados USA, Inc.?
Responsibilities
- Work with a vibrant and diverse team to build heavy marine construction
- Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by supervisor; review project plans and proposals, specifications & drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates, write work plans, and ensure that field work is done in accordance with drawings & specifications
- Self-perform work and supervise subcontractors as well as clearly communicate with vendors
- Identify project responsibilities by determining the phases and elements of the project
- Calculate time frames and sequences the stages of the project
- Prepare work plans, assure quality control, manage and track costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs, and maintain exceptional owner relations
- Code daily labor, purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, costs, quantities, actual expenditures, etc. for tracking in cost system
- Adhere to company policy/procedures as well as safety and environmental policies
- Prepare and manage submittals & RFI’s and maintain all documentation to support the company’s position for claims resolution
- Other duties as required by supervisor
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college/university in Marine or Ocean Engineering, Construction Management or related field
- Knowledge of construction safety as well as current Federal & OSHA requirements
- Broad knowledge of and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control
- Ability to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings
- Familiarity with CAD, PC software packages typically associated with engineering (i.e. Scheduling software), Microsoft Word and Excel
- Able to work well individually and in a group environment, fostering a team approach
- Organizational ability – able to plan, prioritize, organize and monitor activities and projects
- Prior Field experience in the construction industry preferred
- Availability and willingness to work weekends and night shifts per business needs
