Railroad Construction Field Engineer

Responsibilities Partner with the Project Manager to oversee the design and implementation of construction projects

Create and inspect drawings and designs for projects.

Work as a liaison between contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers

Document work flow processes and provide updates on work progress

Ensure proper maintenance of onsite equipment

Supervise and direct onsite crew

Draft and submit reports

Complete daily inspections of Job Site

Ensure conformance of field work with contract specifications and documents

Availability to work 7 days a week (base will be 40 hour work week)

Monday – Friday during the pre-construction phase

Must be available for field work occasionally on weekends once construction begins

Observes construction practices are required for compliance of project/construction operations with federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, company procedures, and contractual requirements

Performs inspection of construction activities

Coordinates internally with other project execution disciplines and external suppliers to ensure proper quality control planning is performed

Helps create and/or gather required documents and information to support the successful completion of relevant project activities

Helps represent the construction team in project meeting settings

Makes sound and prudent decisions and recommends course of action, especially when only limited facts are available

Solve problems quickly in the field

May be tasked with other special duties as assigned by the Project Manager on technical projects (i.e., investigation, analysis, and design) in specific areas of expertise

Skill Requirements Railroad construction experience preferred

Understanding safety guidelines

Attention to detail and excellent time management skills

Analytical and strong problem-solving ability

The ability to communicate in a professional manner with owner’s representatives, coworkers and direct supervisors

Ability to complete work under time pressure and to maintain composure under the stress of emergency situations

Must be able to work well with others

Work Experience Requirements Railroad Construction experience is preferred

Must be able to read and understand construction plans, drawings and specifications

Experience with civil construction/track work, preferred

Knowledge of track or general construction, preferred

Familiar with Microsoft Suites, P6, HCCS and BIM, preferred

Familiar with Submittal and RFI process

Understands safety guidelines

Education Requirements High School Diploma/GED required

4 year college degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Or, 5+ years of construction experience with 3+ years of managing/supervising work crews

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Work in extreme all-weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow and sleet)

Able to walk on uneven surfaces over sometimes great distances

Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time

Exposed to loud noise

May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Must be willing to travel

May be required to work long hours including evenings and weekends