Field Engineer - Solar Construction Management - PA

CS Energy is recruiting Field Engineers for projects throughout the US (primarily on the East Coast). The Field Engineer works with the Project Team and our Field Management to construct a safe and quality project, while beating the estimate budgets, improving the total Operating Profit margin over the original bid, and building a strong customer relationship.

This position is responsible for assisting the Assistant Project Manager and Superintendent with shop drawings, submittals, scheduling of subcontractors and materials, meetings, as-built drawings, job cost, procurement, quality checks (inclusive of torque checks) and field operations.

The Field Engineer will be assigned to our projects nationally (primarily in the North East and South East) and must be open to working 100% onsite at our construction site. The Field Engineer travels and often temporarily relocates near project sites. This entry level position that helps prepare an individual for opportunities in Project Management, Estimating and Construction Management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with safety procedures/policies and addresses and/or elevates non-compliance among all employees, subcontractors, and vendors
• Participates in the daily Task Safety Awareness and weekly Safety Meetings
• Supports the Quality personnel and the project through the use of the Quality Management System
• Properly tracks quantities on a daily basis and reconciles them each month for payment purposes
• Manages/reviews all foremen's reports daily to ensure all information is properly recorded before any income, cost, or inventory entry
• Documents all Time and Material operations on a capture sheet and reconciles with the client on a daily basis
• Takes two site walks a day to communicate with and learn from Foreman and Construction Managers about current operations and deliverables
• Performs daily torque checks; supports Quality Personnel and the project through the use of the Quality Management System
• Participates in relevant daily huddles to ensure the projects are expeditiously and profitably constructed.
• Establishes excellent working and professional relationships with the clients and their representatives and/or field inspectors
• Assists the buyout process, writes the requisition, and communicates all required information to the Project Team
• Negotiates the best deal for cost, quality, and delivery using the company buyout procedure
• Produces complete purchase orders after the conditions are approved by the Project Manager
• Knows the key operational details of the subcontract and holds the subcontractors accountable to their agreement
• Attends the subcontractor coordination meetings to provide updates to schedules, drawings, and specifications
• Produces and manages project submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications (submittal log or Expedition) so all are submitted and approved prior to the start of work

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Renewable Engineering or related field; Excellent Academic Credentials (GPA of 3.0 or higher) required

• Desire to pursue a career in Project Management and/or Construction Management
• Desire to work at a construction site
• Working Knowledge of MS Office Suite with strong proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Basic knowledge of estimating, engineering, cost tracking systems and site surveying
• Must have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and organizational skills
• Previous internship in solar and/or construction management highly desired
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills a must
• Solid time management skills with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast
• This position is 100% field based at our project construction site
• Often requires temporary relocation to the project site for the duration of the project (projects are 4 -18 months)
• Project based travel and temporary long term relocation
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• The employee will be required to work indoors and outdoors in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry conditions. Use of personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to weather, hazards, and powered equipment is required

*All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.

* An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

* CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate.

ABOUT US

CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 1.5 GW of solar and 500 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. 

CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space.

We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback.

Benefits

CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees.

CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.