Field Engineer Field Inspector

AECOM is currently seeking experienced Field Engineers / Inspectors to support Amtraks ADA Stations Program. The Amtrak ADA Stations Program (ADASP) is responsible for bringing Amtrak stations into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADASP implements design and construction of infrastructure improvements to provide accessibility to Amtraks intercity rail transportation system.  This position will be part of a Joint Venture (AECOM & Jacobs) that is providing staff and services to Amtrak.

Construction projects will be at locations throughout the continental U.S.A. The Field Engineers work is performed primarily at project locations (onsite approximately 80% of working time) with some work performed remotely such as report writing and other project documentation (offsite approximately 20% of working time). Repeated trips of oneweek or twoweek duration to project locations is typically required.

The Field Engineer/Inspector works directly with the COTR/RE and reports to the programs National Construction Manager.

The Field Engineer/Inspectors responsibilities include:

• Provides onsite construction monitoring of several concurrent construction contracts from mobilization through final acceptance of contractors work and contract closeout
• Primary onsite representative for the Contracting Officials Technical Representative / Resident Engineer (COTR/RE). The Field Engineer/Inspector monitors the contractors performance of the work prepares reports and other documentation of the contractors work and provides technical advice to the COTR/RE
• Encouraging and supporting a culture of safety on all projects
• Assuring work is executed in accordance with the contract as well as good engineering and construction practices
• Being thoroughly familiar with contract drawings and specifications
• Verifying that the contractors work is in conformance with applicable contract drawings and specifications
• Performing onsite quality oversight inspections of the contractors work.
• Providing written daily inspection reports that document the following onsite activities
  • Safety briefings / toolbox topics
  • Safety incidents
  • Description of work performed by contractor
  • Description of work performed by others
  • Status of the contractors work progress
  • Quantities of contractors manpower and equipment usage
  • Quantities of installed materials and work performed
  • Quantities of track protection (flaggers and/or watch persons)
  • Deliveries of material
  • Deliveries and removal of equipment
  • Contractors QA/QC activities
  • Coordination events or concerns
  • Weather conditions
  • Visitors
  • Problem areas or other pertinent matters
• Monitoring the contractors quality for compliance with the contractors approved quality control / quality assurance (QA/QC) plan
• Documenting deviations from the contract requirements or any performance or technical deficiencies by the contractor
• Notifying the COTR/RE and he contractors superintendent of deviations from the contract requirements or any performance or technical deficiencies by the contractor
• Verify that the contractor is working from the latest approved contract documents drawings shop drawings
• Prepare Accessibility Survey Assessment System (ASA) forms as work is completed to document compliancy the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Assist with postconstruction assessments of the work to verify compliance with the contract and the ADA
• Retaining all project reports and documentation in the Unifier document control system.
• Participating in weekly contract progress meetings and preparing meeting minutes to be distributed to all attendees
• Attending meetings as required which relate to program management design procurement third party coordination historic preservation railroad operations and public outreach
• Reviewing progress reports from the contractor
• Inspecting the contractors performance of warranty work during the contracts warranty period.
• Providing onsite support to the COTR/RE

Assist the COTR/RE with the following activities:

• Managing the contractors work and coordinating with Design Manager operations department safety department and engineering department personnel so that the interests of client are always considered
• Managing the contractors work to allow Amtrak host railroads third parties and other project stakeholders to continue their onsite operations throughout the project
• Judging the quantity quality fitness and acceptability of all parts of the work.
• Interpreting technical specifications and drawings
• Clarifying the contract scope of work
• Monitoring contractors work for completion within the approved contract time and price
• Keeping thorough records of actions taken that impact the contractors ability to deliver or perform
• Maintaining contract logs for noncompliance notices (NCNs) change orders requests for clarification (RFIs) submittals and other as needed
• Conducting quality assurance audits
• Closing out the contract

Make recommendations to COTR/RE on the following items:

• Accepting work based on specified criteria and testing results
• Substantial completion and final acceptance of the contract work

This position may include the following physical activities:

• Remain standing for prolonged periods. Frequently move about to accomplish tasks. Alternate sitting or standing at will
• Kneel crouch bend stoop or maneuver into different positions to take measurements and accomplish visual inspections
• Ascend or descend ladders stairs scaffolding and ramps
• Walk across uneven terrain. Step over or around physical obstructions
• Work outdoors in low or high temperatures precipitation and wind.  Work in noisy environment
• Reach overhead with hands higher than head and elbow extended 120 degrees or more
• Carry lift push pull or move objects up to 20 pounds
• Grasp hand tools and measuring devices
• Repeat motions that may include wrists hands and fingers
• Enter data into a computer by means of a traditional keyboard
• Speak to others accurately and loudly.  Hear and distinguish speech and other sounds
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less to read small print and at 20 feet or more to recognize distant features
• Drive a motor vehicle for up to eight hours in a single day

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma plus 6 years of relatable experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S Drivers License required to visit project sites clients and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
• Due to the nature of the projects associated with this position a valid US citizenship is required 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelors degree in Architecture Construction Management or Engineering
• CCM or PMP Certifications 

Additional Information :

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Relocation is not available for this position

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Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and wellbeing programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industryleading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime