The Field Engineer Intern is responsible for supporting and assisting the Project Manager with administration and management of one of MasTec Industrial’s construction projects.  The role is often flexible depending on the specific project’s requirements, and the makeup of the project management team and support staff.  On larger projects with a big team, the role may be more specific and specialized.  On smaller projects, a more general, jack-of-all-trades approach may be necessary. 

The Field Engineer Intern should be supporting the Field Engineers and Project Management team in evaluating the overall status of the project, searching for those things that have potential to negatively impact the project goals and objectives. 

The role requires interfacing with all areas affected by the project including the client(s), distributors, vendors, and the ongoing strategic communication with project management regarding the status of the project. 

Project Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager with Administering Accounting/Job Costs/Work in Progress (WIP) Updates

• Secure drawings and specifications to support the process of obtaining bids from qualified subcontractors, selecting a qualified candidate, and negotiating the subcontract. As the work progresses, may be called to act as a liaison between the project team and the contractor.

• Support for Field Change Order and Request for Information (RFI) Processes

• Support Development and Preparation of Schedule of Values and Invoices

• Support Field Engineer and Site Manager with ensuring that all engineering drawings, specifications, and other necessary documentation received at the job site are correctly received, dated, filed, and distributed. Making certain that drawings are delivered to the appropriate Craft Superintendent prior to physical placement of work. 

• Record and transcribe meeting minutes, and supporting the Field Engineer with acting as a liaison with client project staff, generate correspondence, or any other supporting activity

Corporate Office Responsibilities

• Assist and support the Pre-construction Services, Estimating and Procurement Departments with necessary administrative and technical support as needed to fully execute reporting, updates and analysis

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Enrolled in 4-year university actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as Construction Management or Engineering.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively and execute independently, maintain excellent rapport with team members

• Self-motivated; capable of taking initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines

• Interpersonal and communication skills to coordinate team efforts, provide direction to team members, and communicate project objectives, parameters, status, and outcomes to stakeholders

• Proficient in written and verbal communication with ability

• Willing to travel extensively and relocate to a project location for an extended period (typically 6-12 months)

• Ability to adapt and become an influential role-model of MasTec’s culture and values