2023-2024 Seattle Entry Level Engineer (Construction General Contractor)

Turner Construction Company

May 27, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Construction & Surveying
Engineering
$70K - $80K
Seattle

Requirements

Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education
Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired.

Responsibilities

Assist in obtaining and reviewing information and approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data, and samples and assist in communication of information across all levels of project team.
Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission and responses for Requests for Information (RFI’s).
Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors.
Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, and project logs.
Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet construction schedule.
Assist in preparation of final records for project including close-out documents, Operations/Maintenance (OM) Manuals, and other related documentation.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of an Engineering Assistant in this position?

The primary responsibilities include assisting with the administration of engineering scopes on a construction project, working on budget and scheduling tasks, and collaborating with various project team members.

Who will the Engineering Assistant be working with on site?

The Engineering Assistant will work closely with Engineers, Project Managers, Superintendents, Safety Professionals, and Skilled Labor on site.

Are there opportunities to work with other departments in this role?

Yes, the Engineering Assistant may have the opportunity to work with departments such as Finance, Pre-construction, and VDC as their project requires.

What skills or experience are required for this entry level engineer position?

A degree in Engineering or related field is preferred, along with strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

What can the Engineering Assistant expect in terms of career development opportunities?

The Engineering Assistant will have the opportunity to learn and grow in their role, with potential for advancement within the company as they gain experience and skills in construction engineering.

Turner Construction Company

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse markets

Engineering & Construction

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1902

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community. OUR VISION To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise. Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services. Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner. Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients. Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.