Solar Electrical Field Engineer

Role Overview

• Coordinates project start-up by engaging in reviewing owner contracts, assisting with the development of startup checklist and site utilization plan, coordinating mobilization, assisting with subcontractor & vendor selection, identifying critical issues & milestones, finalizing Prolog set up, participating in the development of construction schedule, and participating in subcontractor project orientation
• Expedites materials by developing submittal log, establishing fabrication & delivery schedule, confirming delivery of materials, conducting submittal/SD review process, reviewing coordination drawings, monitoring materials stored off site, coordinating owner furnished materials, and verifying fabrication status
• Coordinates construction activities by strategizing with Superintendent, conducting subcontractor pre-construction meetings, maintaining activity tracking logs, participating in schedule updates, conducting quality control inspections, verifying field installations, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and policies, coordinating storage of delivered materials, participating in daily superintendent meetings, participating in jobsite meetings, maintaining material expediting log, participating in project team visits, coordinating activities with user groups, and assisting with agency inspections
• Facilitates project administration by expediting subcontractor and vendor agreements, assisting with subcontractor and vendor insurance and bond agreements, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, assisting with managing check-hold list, maintaining jobsite files, processing progress photos, assisting with preparation of project status reports, coordinating activities with project staff, maintaining Prolog, generating correspondence, administering RFI process, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• Tracks project costs by processing subcontractor and vendor pay requests, assisting with tracking owner payments, tracking subcontractor back charges, and updating labor cost reports
• Supports management for change order process by creating change requests, reviewing scope changes, determining schedule impacts, issuing owner notification, expediting subcontractor and vendor pricing, preparing cost proposal, and negotiating proposal costs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related discipline
• Six months to one-year minimum Solar internship or full-time experience as a project engineer or assistant project engineer in the construction industry
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members
• Basic finance skills are required

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Professional development