Field Engineer/Construction Administrator

Founded in 1975, BR+A Consulting Engineers maintains a total staff of over 500 employees located at our main office in Boston and branch offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Vienna, VA (Washington, DC); Coral Gables (Miami) and Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; Charlotte and Raleigh, NC; Charleston, SC; Houston, TX; New Haven, CT; Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; and Toronto. BR+A provides state-of-the-art integrated and coordinated mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection consulting engineering, technology systems design, lighting design, and building commissioning services.

BR+A is seeking an HVAC/Field Engineer to join our talented team. This role exercises oversight during the construction phase of building systems engineering projects and will be based in our Charleston, SC office. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of related experience and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks, be highly organized, have excellent writing skills, proficient computer skills, and a professional and team-oriented demeanor.

Responsibilities will include:

• Implementing approved system concepts in the construction phase
• Managing the construction-related aspects of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering; developing and maintaining positive client relationships
• Communicating with BR+A Project Manager/Project Engineer regarding potential problems and engineering assistance from the design team that you may need
• Coordinating with other construction trade disciplines and the architect
• Attending meetings as required, working to submit the required documentation per project deadlines and milestones
• Performing field work and verification of existing conditions and newly installed mechanical and electrical systems
• Reviewing, processing, and returning electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection submittals and RFIs. The candidate is not expected to be an expert in all these aspects of construction, but familiarity with them is desirable
• Working with clients to review punch lists and help to resolve design and installation issues

Required Skills:

• Functional working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building automation systems, as well as systems design & construction processes
• The ability to work directly with Architects/Owners/Construction Manager representatives in a hands-on training role for the functional understanding of systems
• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• P.E. License is a plus
• A strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and/or DDC building automation systems is a plus
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good understanding of MEP Engineering concepts, design and spatial requirements.