Construction Engineering Technician

Construction Engineering Technician

At Jones & DeMille Engineering, we are dedicated to serving as the proven community improvement leaders in rural America. Guided by our core values, we are committed to shaping the quality of life for our team members, clients, and communities. Our mission is rooted in technical excellence, enduring relationships, and innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact. We encourage a culture of opportunity, collaboration, and success, empowering our team to thrive while balancing professional growth with personal well-being. Together, we are shaping brighter futures and better communities.

As a Construction Engineering Technician, you will ensure that public works projects comply with local and state regulations and facilitate the successful accomplishment of project goals and objectives.

Department: Construction Engineering/Construction Management

Position Type: Full Time & Seasonal

Organizational Relationships:

• Accountable to, and takes daily direction from, Office Manager, Team Leader, Practice Group Leader
• Effectively communicate and coordinate with Office Management, Construction Engineering Project Managers, Project Managers and all Construction Engineering Team Members

Primary Responsibilities:

In your role as a Construction Engineering Technician, you will be part of our growing team by performing the functions and duties listed below:

Construction Engineering:

• Responsible and accountable for assisting in the systematic and consistent on-site management of construction projects that may include construction and/or rehabilitation of public building facilities, roadways, municipal water, wastewater, storm drain and dry utilities and other infrastructure
• Responsible for performing materials testing work in the field and the laboratory as needed. Complete field density testing as required by contract specifications, and local, state, and federal requirements.
• Knowledge of contract requirements, engineering drawings, and standard construction details
• As directed, prepare concise and accurate reports based on information received from Team Members, contractors, agencies, vendors, and others on-site
• Inspect various aspects of construction work and perform continuous observation of assigned construction activities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications
• Document non-conformance and participate in determining appropriate resolution
• Participate in project related meetings including design coordination, pre-construction, site inspections, job site, punch lists, and final project closeout
• Communicate regularly with and proactively advise Supervisor, Team Leader, and/or Project Managers of any significant challenge that occurs on projects

Other:

• Practice mindful awareness of your activities and surroundings, and follow all company, OSHA, federal, state, and local health and safety guidelines and requirements

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience & Certifications Required:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
• Background in utilities construction/inspections

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team oriented
• Energetic and flexible in order to perform in fast-paced environment and resolve challenges
• Demonstrate personal investment in your career
• Confident and forward thinking
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Familiarity or ability to learn Bluebeam, Procore, UDOT Masterworks

Supplemental Information:

Other Requirements:

Valid driver's license and acceptable MVR

Additional Preferences:

5+ years of construction, construction management, or construction engineering experience or other comparable experience

Physical Requirements:

The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move up to 75 pounds. This may be required in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

Working Conditions:

Frequent travel by car to client and project sites. The team member will be required to work in various weather conditions and extremes with excessive walking and standing, and/or utilization of various hand tools, as needed. The ability to navigate around, over, or through a variety of terrain obstacles and/or noisy work conditions including traffic and heavy equipment is required. The use of special safety precautions and/or equipment is also required.

The team member will be required to occasionally work at night or during alternate working hours, as well as travel overnight for out of town projects and/or to other offices.

Jones & DeMille is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided to individuals with known disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodations to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department. If required by state law and/or city ordinance; we will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new team member's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.