Rice Companies is looking for a Field Engineer to join the team at our Sauk Rapids, MN, headquarters. The Field Engineer plays an important role in supporting our project teams in the field, helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to Rice Companies’ standards.
This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems, working with a variety of people, and seeing a project progress from plans to a finished building.
Position Responsibilities:
- Support Project Managers and Project Superintendents with the day-to-day coordination and execution of commercial construction projects.
- Assist with project layout, measurements, field verification, and documentation.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to help identify potential issues or discrepancies.
- Assist with coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and Rice Companies self-performing crews in the field.
- Track project progress and provide updates to the project team.
- Assist with maintaining project schedules and identifying potential schedule impacts.
- Complete field reports, daily documentation, photographs, and other project records.
- Assist with material takeoffs, procurement, and material tracking as needed.
- Help coordinate inspections and ensure work is completed according to project plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
- Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, customers, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.
- Assist with resolving field issues and communicating potential changes or concerns to the project team.
- Help monitor quality, safety, and workmanship throughout the project.
- Participate in project meetings and assist with documenting action items and follow-up.
- Use construction technology, project management software, and other tools to maintain accurate project information.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Previous commercial construction experience, internship experience, or field experience preferred.
- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; experience with construction project management software is a plus.
- Ability to travel and work at various project sites as needed.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Benefits:
With competitive pay, family-forward benefits and a little fun mixed in, Rice Companies works to build a team that’s second to none.
- Medical and Dental Insurance (Select Employee-Only Premiums are 100% Company Paid)\
- Employer H.S.A. Contributions
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K w/Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Career Training and Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $27/hour and is dependent on experience.
