Bilingual (Spanish/English) Field Engineer, Concrete - ARCO a Family of Construction Companies
Laredo, TX 78043
About the Job
ARCO has an exciting opportunity for a Field Engineer on our Concrete team in Laredo, TX. The Field Engineer is responsible for supporting the superintendent and managing the construction and administrative activities associated with the field operations of a project. This person will assist ARCO’s design/build team in bringing the project to completion on schedule, within budget and per the project specifications, as well as being responsible for enforcing all Safety and Quality Control policies and procedures while adhering to and implementing all company policies and regulations.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.
- Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Traditional and Roth 401k
- Tuition reimbursement for associates
- Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
- 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
- 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
- 100% charitable match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 100% paid 12-week maternity leave
At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:- Assist the project manager/Superintendent in their duties including prompt shipment of materials and permanent equipment, in obtaining approvals of shop drawings and material samples.
- Check all material against approved shop drawings and/or submittals.
- Documentation control – keep submittals, drawings, permits & inspections organized and readily available.
- Assist in coordinating the activities of subcontractors to permit them to perform their work effectively and to integrate it with project schedules and progress.
- Inform all supervisors and subcontractors promptly of any construction schedule changes, drawing revisions.
- Take on responsibility of the onsite Safety Manager, facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, & equipment inspections. Make sure all Subs go through the safety video. Preform daily safety inspections.
- Direct adherence to the company’s safety program in all phases and areas of the project.
- Keep the job-site trailer organized and clean everyday
- Take notes during meetings and update meeting minutes and send to Super/DBM for final approval and distribute out to subs.
- Assist and support superintendent/Assist. Super as needed.
- Attend all ARCO safety trainings, and programs
The majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions.
- 1-3 years of experience construction projects, preferable on jobs that are a minimum of 100k sf.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (high proficiency)
- Able to assist in making decisions under tight deadlines.
- Able to organize people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, and effectively address conflict.
- Exhibit commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and assist in making necessary changes.
- Computer skills: proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and project scheduling programs.
- Act in a manner of integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
- Possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in your state of residence
We Offer a Competitive Benefit Package that Includes:
- Generous bonus program based on performance
- ARCO funded Profit Sharing program
- Tuition reimbursement for associates
- 401k
- One month paid sabbatical after every 5 years of employment
- Scholarship reimbursement for associates’ children
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Please visit our website for more information about our family of companies.
ARCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.