Field Engineer

WHO WE ARE

We’re an entrepreneur, fast-growing team of project managers, estimators, superintendents, safety and administrative support personnel. As leaders in quality construction management, we’re committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Field Engineer reporting to a Superintendent, Sr. Superintendent or Vice President pending assignment, you will assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct the project in accordance with the contract documents and to assure the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible. In this position you will support the field operations team, work to troubleshoot challenges, assist with on-site project administration, coordination of activities and technical management. The Field Engineer in the performance of their duties is also responsible for the protection and promotion of the interest of ALLY Construction Services and all matters.

This role is well suited to analytical and critical thinkers who can apply logic and theories to problems, have the patience to find resolutions to complex issues, and have strong communication skills. Field Engineers take pride in providing a high-quality product on schedule, consistent with the customer’s vision and project objectives. ‍

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITY

• Assist in the implementation of the site safety program, project procedures and work rules as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with ALLY safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Review all work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist with problem solving, writing reports to outline issues and potential solutions, and working to create more efficient resolutions.
• Assist more senior personnel by supporting the construction effort in the field to ensure that the project is completed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, and customer objectives.
• Provide support for regularly conducted on-site meetings with subcontractors, vendors and others as appropriate with respect to schedule, safety issues, and other matters relating to performance in the field.
• Physical demands to be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include sitting, walking, standing, climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling or crouching, frequently lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, reaching with hands and arms, using hands, fingers to handle or feel, talk or hear and taste or smell; vision abilities for close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Assist with the timely preparation of field reports (i.e. daily superintendent’s reports, safety reports, etc.) and distribute to the office.
• Support the organization, the establishment, and maintenance of the onsite field office to project a professional image (organized, clean, signage, etc.).
• Interface and work harmoniously with respective Project Managers, Superintendents and other ALLY Construction Services’ personnel.
• Continue education in areas including OSHA and safety, means and methods, codes, management skills, new technology, etc.
• Maintain current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification.
• Develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of all ALLY Construction Services disciplines, including their role as the customer.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• Must have good interpersonal skills, desire to learn, ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
• A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word and Excel) and Microsoft Project is a plus.
• Ability to work in a campus setting and corporate style environment.
• Pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience (or similar) preferred.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.
• Experience with Lean Construction Practices is a plus.
• May perform other duties as necessary or assigned.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be a team player.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• The successful candidate will demonstrate ALLY's core values by:
  • Acting as a trustworthy ALLY with uncompromising ethics, honesty, fairness, and accountability.
  • Working with integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
  • Supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and team-oriented company culture.
  • Thinking safety first in all communications and activities.
  • Demonstrating a willingness to give back to others and support company, community, and veteran-focused initiatives. 
    
• Four-year college degree with formal engineering or architectural training or equivalent building construction experience and summer internship/co-op experience in construction highly desirable.
• Must have reliable transportation and when driving on company business, a clean driving record, valid driver’s license, properly maintained employee-owned vehicle with the state minimum mandated levels of auto liability insurance are required as a condition of employment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Adherence to ALLY’s employment and corporate policies.
• Quality performance of duties listed in the job description.
• Respectful interaction with other employees, owners, consultants, and subcontractors, and the general public.
• Must be a team player.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the Field Engineer is required to sit for long periods of time and is occasionally required to stand; walking within a 400-acre campus; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Field Engineers are required to speak clearly so listeners can understand and hear clearly to understand the speech of another person. In this role and employee may also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Client site pending, work environments can involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

WHAT WE OFFER

Here at ALLY, we cultivate a collaborative environment that values tenacity, attention to detail, and comradery. We are committed to providing impeccable service to our clients, a safe work environment for our team, and an opportunity for our employees to grow and enjoy the benefits of work/life balance. Since outstanding customer service is our best product, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with our entire customer base. Working at ALLY includes:

• Paid time off to include vacation, flex (sick/personal) and your birthday!
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family dependents (base plan 100% paid)
• HSA, Dependent Care, and HRA programs
• 401K Savings/Retirement plan
• Life Insurance (1X of salary paid by ALLY)
• Short term disability insurance
• Employee referral program incentives
• Volunteer program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great team environment with fun, caring, hardworking people

We are a Veteran-Owned business and encourage our military service men and women to seek employment with us. We partner with DOD SkillBridge, American Corporate Partners, and have consecutively earned the Federal Government’s HireVets.gov Platinum Medallion for several years. Please be sure to call out your honorable service to our country in your email when applying for this role.

ALLY Construction Services offers a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please email us your resume with the position you’re applying as the subject line to HR@ALLYConstructionServices.com.

ALLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, family responsibility, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law.