Engineering Aide jobs in Orem, UT

About the Position

As a Construction Engineering Technician, you will ensure successful accomplishment of project goals and objectives through outstanding communication skills and ability to foster client relationships.

Position Type:  Full-time

Organizational Relationships: 

·         Accountable to the Team Leader Construction Engineering Project Manager

·         Takes daily direction from Construction Engineering Project Manager

·         Indirectly accountable to Office Management and Project Management

Primary Responsibilities:

In your role as Construction Engineering Technician, you will be part of our growing team by performing the functions and duties listed below:

Construction Engineering

·         Responsible and accountable for assisting in the systematic and consistent on-site management of construction projects

·         Participate in weekly Office Construction Engineering meetings

·         As directed by Construction Engineering Project Manager, prepare concise and accurate reports based on information received from Construction Engineering Team Members, contractors, agencies, vendors, and others on-site

·         Inspect various aspects of construction work and perform continuous observation of assigned construction activities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications

·         Document non-conformance and participate in determining appropriate resolution

·         Participate in project related meetings including design coordination, pre-construction, site inspections, job site, punch lists, and final project closeout

·         Nurture existing client relationships with a personalized, rural touch and humble and consistent communication, and by always doing the right thing

·         Serve as a catalyst for communication, collaboration, and team building between the Office and Field Team Members, consistently demonstrating our firm’s commitment to our team members and clients

·         Enforce and support our standards for consistent and superior client management and professional service delivery, as well as technical excellence

·         Communicate regularly with and proactively advise Construction Engineering Sr./Specialists of any significant challenge that occurs on projects

Other 

·         Proactively seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our existing client relationships during and after projects

·         Participate in the plan for civic and community leadership and overall engagement in the community for the Construction Engineering Department

·         Maintain and expand professional capabilities through membership and other involvement in industry associations and other professional organizations, pursuing appropriate as well as required continuing education, certifications, writing, and speaking opportunities

·         Practice mindful awareness of your activities and surroundings, and follow all company, OSHA, federal, state, and local health and safety guidelines and requirements

  Performs other related duties as assigned by Construction Engineering Project Manager.

Experience & Certifications Required:

·         Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

·         Excellent interpersonal skills

·         Self-motivated, engaged, and team oriented

·         Energetic and flexible in order to perform in fast-paced environment and resolve challenges

·         Demonstrate personal investment in your career

·         Confident and forward thinking

·         Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities

·         Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills

·         Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Supplemental Information:

Other Requirements:  Valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR

Occasional air travel required

Additional Preferences 

2 years of construction engineering experience or other comparable experience

Physical Requirements

The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move up to 75 pounds.  This may be required in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

Working Conditions

Frequent travel by car to client and project sites.  The team member will be required to work in various weather conditions and extremes with excessive walking and standing, and/or utilization of various hand tools, as needed. The ability to navigate around, over, or through a variety of terrain obstacles and/or noisy work conditions including traffic and heavy equipment is required.  The use of special safety precautions and/or equipment is also required.

The team member will be required to occasionally work at night or during alternate working hours, as well as travel overnight for out of town projects and/or to other offices.

Location

Roosevelt, Utah

Employment Type:  Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Entry-level