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Construction Field Engineer

VastLong Beach, CA

Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28

Full-timeconstructionmaintenance and facilitiesmanufacturing and production

Quick Summary

Vast seeks a Construction Field Engineer II in Long Beach to manage construction and facilities projects for their commercial space station manufacturing facilities.

Skills & Keywords

project managementconstruction coordinationfield engineeringfacilities development

Responsibilities

Own and execute assigned construction and facilities projects from project initiation through completion
Translate high-level project objectives into actionable tasks, schedules, milestones, and deliverables
Working directly with construction trades, contractors, and subcontractors in active field environments
Verify existing field conditions and identify discrepancies between construction documents and actual conditions
Document field conditions and project progress through photographs, notes, drawings, and project documentation
Develop and maintain project schedules, trackers, action items, and project documentation
Manage and prioritize multiple projects and competing deadlines simultaneously
Proactively follow up with internal teams, contractors, vendors, engineers, and other stakeholders to drive action items and commitments to completion
Create and take part in meetings and presentations with executive leadership
Obtain multiple bids from competing contractors by creating clear and complete scopes of work
Perform job walk-downs with vendors, engineers, supervisors, and managers
Work with the purchasing department to ensure vendors are approved, vetted and insured
Review architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other plans and other technical documents
Ability to identify discrepancies between construction documents and field conditions and determine appropriate next steps
Answer questions regarding the scope and/or timing of the project
Monitor costs and project progress
Maintain control of all project documentation
Create, manage and track RFI’s from the field to the architect/engineer of record
Communicate project status, risks, decisions, schedule impacts, and required actions clearly to project stakeholders and management
Adapt project priorities and execution plans as project requirements and company priorities change
Ability to work independently and make decisions with limited information or direction

Required Qualifications

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSBase salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITYVast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Bachelor's Degree
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Willingness to spend significant time in active construction and manufacturing environments

Nice to Have

Demonstrated experience supporting or managing construction, facilities, engineering, or similar projects
Experience working in active construction or field environments
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to identify problems, determine appropriate next steps, and drive issues toward resolution
Strong follow-through, organization, and attention to detail
Bachelor's of Science Degree in any engineering discipline
Experience with facilities within an aerospace industry
Familiar with space planning procedures and operations
Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs
Ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, vendors, engineers, operations teams, and other internal stakeholders
Ability to make independent judgments with limited information
Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers
Logical and strategic approach to solving problems
Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction
Demonstrated ability to proactively manage competing priorities, identify what needs to happen next, and maintain progress across multiple projects without requiring detailed direction