Field Engineer opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc.!

Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) National Heavy Civil division provides comprehensive, cutting-edge heavy civil/underground construction services through traditional and non-traditional delivery methods. TBI has completed more than 135 complex bridge construction and rehabilitation projects across the nation, including world-record cable-stayed structures and segmental bridges. The group also has a history of providing some of the country’s largest port authorities and the maritime industry with the construction of deepwater container piers, wharf facilities, transit terminals, locks, and dams.

What makes us different?

Our Mission is to excel at constructing complex infrastructure safer, better, and faster by engaging the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit of our team members and providing limitless opportunity for personal and professional growth in a close-knit and collaborative organization.

Our Core Values:

Safety . We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This is always our priority.

People . Our talented team is our greatest asset. We provide opportunity, reward performance, and support a positive and balanced work environment.

Innovation. We have the ability to engineer creative solutions to overcome any obstacle.

Ethics. We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings.

Communication. We encourage open and honest communication throughout our organization.

Community. We add value to our industry and the communities in which we work.

Position Summary:

This project is an incrementally launched, 1000’ long, steel composite bridge on the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska, South of Anchorage. The project is anticipated to last approximately 4-5 years and entails large-diameter drilled shafts, substructure concrete, steel plate girder pre-assembly and launching, and a cast-in-place concrete deck. The location is remote in nature, with an approximate 1-hour drive to the nearest town. We are seeking individuals interested in becoming part of a small, tight-knit, highly driven group with the protection and success of the team at the forefront.

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing the bridge's construction.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Studies specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction
• Procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, safety training and orientation of new employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays
• Confers with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the workforce
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and adherence to construction schedules
• Prepares or reviews reports on progress, materials used and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports
• Manages Foremen who supervise craft field employees. Is responsible for this group's overall direction, coordination, and evaluation. May also directly supervise non-supervisory employees
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc. Ability to relocate as needed

Required Skills

Skills and Abilities:

• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Using mathematics and scientific rules/methods to solve problems
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Determining the kinds of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Ability to work well in a non-structured environment
• Demonstrate the ability and behavior necessary to lead others in accomplishing individual and team goals.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, database management, AutoCAD

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or engineering-related field
• 0-3+ years’ experience in heavy civil/underground construction
• Experience with Bridge Construction preferred
• Steel erection experience is preferred

Physical Demands

• Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.

Required Experience

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

• Ability to work a retail schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
• Interior design or sales experience/knowledge a plus but not required.
• Physically able to be on your feet and move throughout our showrooms over an 8-12 hour work day.
• Ability to maintain emotional composure in a professional business setting with customers, peers and management.
• Strong work ethic and dependability a must
• General computer proficiency
• Professional dress required

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work performed in a store environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopies and fax machines. Use of personal cell phone for customer contact and follow up and personal computer tablet for room sketching. Regularly required to view, see, manipulate and handle product to demonstrate to customers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee continuously walks or stands on the store’s showroom floor. Stands for extended periods of time. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and required to lift and carry small items up to 30 pounds, such as lamps, etc