Field Engineer

Norhart is driven by a simple purpose, to create a better way to live through the apartments we build and manage. To fulfill that purpose, we need a fantastic team. As Field Engineer you will lead the quality control process, and assist the construction management team with scheduling, coordination, and assisting all trades and sub-contractors work through issues in the construction field. About 75% of time will be spent in the field overseeing the construction of large apartment buildings. About 25% of the time will be spent in the job trailer coordinating with engineers, architects, subcontractors and other stakeholders.NORHART'S MISSION, PURPOSE, & VALUES:Mission: Building and leasing quality apartmentsPurpose: Creating a better way to liveValues: A great team is made up of great people. In our company these people exhibit 5 key values. These values are a way of life for everyone who works here. From our top-level managers to entry level employees these values are lived out every day. We hire and promote based on these characteristics. To be successful here you too must embody these values.Tireless Pursuit of Results: Tireless pursuit of results means that you have an internal drive to continue to push forward no matter the obstacles. It means sometimes staying late to ensure a job gets done. It means pushing a little harder to ensure quality standards are met. It means pouring your heart into ensuring something gets done.Respectful: Being respectful means that customers and employees work well with you even in difficult situations. It's about being a good team player. It includes being fully and painfully honest about work related issues in a consistent way. It's recognizing that you are part of a team and sometimes you will win your point and sometimes you won't. It's about building a professional friendship.Can-do Attitude: Can do attitude is about believing in yourself and your team to get the job done. There is a delicate balance between having optimism for the future and being realistic about your goals. A person with a can-do attitude is realistically optimistic and positive about what can and will be done.Grow or Die: Grow or Die means to have a spirit dedicated to consistently getting better at your job. Finding ways, even small ways, of producing a higher quality or efficiency. Having a drive to learn more about your field from a variety of resources. Exhibiting the will to never give up on improving yourself.Reliable: The heart of reliability means to deliver on your promises. These promises include being on time every day. It means consistently delivering on the goals and milestones set for you. It means having a system to not forget any, even small, aspects of your job.Job duties may include, but are not limited to: Comprehend design documents Answer RFI's Improve efficiency Value engineer during construction Document field meeting minutes Ensure code compliance during construction Organize and maintain site documentation including drawings, permits, log books, and inspections Manage punch list of all sub-contractors and self-perform trades Track project revisions through-out the construction phase Watershed maintenance Understanding sub-contractor scope responsibility and holding them accountable Coordinate subcontractors Establish and monitor quality control Walk with city officials during inspections Perform material take-offs Ensure safety of the site RequirementsEducation High school diploma or equivalent (Required) College degree in construction management or engineering (Preferred but not required) Experience 2-4 years previous construction experience (Preferred but not required) Multi-family new construction experience (Preferred but not required) Other required knowledge, skills, and abilities Ability to respond to continually changing priorities Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills Sound judgement, attention to detail, & decision-making skills Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English Other requirements Must pass criminal background check Valid driver's license & reliable vehicle Must have permission to work in the United States (Required) Benefits Unlimited Paid Time Off Health Care Plan (ICHRA) Retirement Plan (Simple IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD) Short Term Disability Training & Development Career Advancement Opportunities