Entry-Level Construction Associate -- Field Assignment - Sargent & Lundy

This position is expected to be a field assignment. This will include susbtantial travel for extended periods of time. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.

Position Overview:

The Construction Associate will work closely with all project team members and closely support the oversight of all contractor and sub-contractor trade employees. Our Construction Associates must be highly organized, communicate effectively, work well with a team, and help ensure timely completion of projects in fast-paced environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support develop of project-specific construction management and/or commissioning management work plans
• Perform home office or remote pre-construction planning work before field mobilization
• Support the site construction management and commissioning staff
• Monitor overall construction and commissioning progress, cost, quality, scope, and safety
• Manage and mitigate construction and commissioning work risk
• Report construction progress and cost to the Project Manager or Owner
• Attend construction project performance review meetings
• Plan construction process by developing schedules, phasing, and lookaheads
• Keep track of project progress and maintain schedules
• Ensure the job site remains safe, clean, and orderly
• Communicate any field conflicts and notify the internal project team
• Keep all documentation up to date for internal and external project members
• Collaborate with the internal construction team, engineers, subcontractors, etc. to determine project needs
• Monitor and report on project progress
• Adhere to estimated costs and ensure the project is on budget (and is profitable)
• Support the supervision of field staff and provide constructive feedback
• Coordinate requests for appropriate staffing
• Resolve on-site issues and emergencies
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and quality standards

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Industrial Field Experience, Trade School Graduate, or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred
• Some experience involving industrial construction management (Internship or similiar)
• General understanding of construction labor knowledge and labor planning experience
• Understanding how to establish and effectively use project controls tools to manage a large construction project
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others in potentially adversarial situations
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to lead and inspire

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.