Construction Technology Engineer

*This position is being advertised on behalf of one of Imperium Global's Heavy Civil Construction clients who are based in Portland, Oregon. For total clarity, this position is not directly for Imperium Global.*

POSITION SUMMARY

The Construction Technology Engineer develops 3D positioning data sets, performs engineering analysis, and supports the region’s fleet of GPS guided equipment and survey devices. The Construction Technology Engineer works closely with the project teams to provide technical support, maintenance and training on the use of GPS equipment in the field. This position is also responsible for assignment, delivery and tracking of assigned equipment.

• Analyzes information gathered from site inspections, contract drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation.
• Participates in preconstruction evaluations to identify potential risks.
• Performs earthwork quantity studies and supports estimating as needed with various take-offs.
• Participates in the project procurement process, including material buy out, submittals, and the pursuit of value added substitutions.
• Uses Autodesk Civil3D and Trimble Business Center to develop surfaces and linework for guided machines and survey devices. Verifies that the data issued to the field is accurate, constructable and per plan.
• Identifies conflicts and resolves ambiguity in the engineer/owner’s design. Works with Project Engineers and Project Managers to generate RFI’s that address plan inconsistencies.
• Updates model data when provided with revisions from Project Managers or Project Engineers.
• Maintains organized file system following established naming/versioning conventions.
• Builds machine cards in Trimble Business Center.
• Creates exhibits to assist in the planning or execution of the work.
• Performs drone flights of projects for topographic survey and quantity calculations.
• Prepares as-built drawings from topographic data collected on the job site.
• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s) – These will be used in your annual review process

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Self-Motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own initiative.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information and solve problems
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to quickly changing scenarios in the workplace.
• Communication, written and oral – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely; and the ability to communication effectively with others using spoken words.
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
• Training – Ability to develop a particular skill in others, to bring them up to a pre-determined standard of work performance.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety

Skills and Abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or equivalent work experience.

Experience

• 1-5 years of general civil construction experience

Computer Skills

• Advanced user of 3D modeling programs such as Trimble Business Center or Autodesk Civil3D
• Microsoft Office Suite of products

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license, and clean driver’s abstract required
• FAA Part 107 Drone License (Must be obtained within 90 days of employment)

Other Requirements

• Must understand the different signals used at construction sites
• Must have excellent negotiation skills
• Must have a thorough understanding of surveying and machine guidance equipment and software
• Must have a thorough understanding of drafting and reading plans
• Must be able to comprehend and perform complex math concepts, including geometry, algebra and trigonometry to measure, calculate and forecast.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the estimating process