Field Engineer/Inspector III (Remote Field Position Supporting Ohio Territory)

This is a Remote Field Position focused on supporting our Ohio territory. The role will involve spending some time in our Columbus office and the remaining time on job sites across the state. The Field Engineer/Inspector III reviews work and inspections at project sites and is responsible for managing and ensuring compliance of Outside Plant construction, Splicing and Systems project specifications. They are to ensure work at existing and previous job sites is completed safely and efficiently and according to industry standards and specifications.
The Field Engineer III will work closely with contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and with respect to private property and within the project plan.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• End-to-End Project ownership to include project kick off meeting with stakeholders, scheduling, scope and budget tracking, project management of internal and external team members.
• Lead, ensure and maintain adherence to health and safety regulations to aid in reduction of safety issues, at all times.
• Manage and inspect fiber optic cable placement, fiber drop installations and associated construction activities.
• Manage and ensure compliance of:
  • Outside Plant construction project specifications and troubleshooting of issues and roadblocks.
  • Fiber and Fiber Splicing specifications and trouble shooting of issues and roadblocks.
  • Systems project specifications and troubleshooting of issues and roadblocks.

• Monitor and report on aerial and underground fiber optic construction crew progress and quality of installation.
• Orchestrate internal and external customer project communication dependencies, timeline, milestones, and progress.
• Plan and organize production schedules.
• Work transparently and proactively to ensure timely completion of work.
• Oversee the QA/QC inspection of job sites, work progress, work completed, construction crews, and subcontractors and coordinate with Construction Manager on completion of as-builts.
• Oversee equipment, material, and routine site inspections and ensure completion of appropriate forms to ensure compliance.
• Manage overall compliance with quality control, and quality assurance standards and specifications.
• Conduct new substructure site surveys and site walks.
• Interpret contract documents for the contractor, as necessary, to assist with compliance with the terms of the construction contract, including plans and specifications.
• Provide redline updates to construction plans.
• Correct ‘as builts’ where inspection has been observed and record the ‘as-built’ inventory units and routing; keep corrections of these documents current for all aerial and underground projects and for splicing, and systems project construction drawings providing details requested by customer that include inventory units and routing, attachment types, attachment heights, clearances over/under major crossings and location of all installed underground facilities.
• Maintain quality control reports.
• Coordinate and document any communications with the Contractor that may be interpreted as a change in the terms of the contract or other changes that may affect the construction cost or performance.
• Communicate regularly with Area Manager regarding problems or issues impacting production.
• Report daily on production capturing quantities for work performed.
• Involvement in site evaluation for bidding purposes.
• Identify, meet and/or exceed client expectations within defined parameters related to delivery of services, quality, revenue, and sales goals.
• Represent Congruex and Client in a professional manner, fostering a healthy workplace environment on all aspects of the jobsite.
• Travel to and supervise multiple job sites during the course of a day.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
General

• Intermediate knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Acrobat.
• Demonstrated ability to execute tasks derived from contract language.
• Focus on quality.
• Critical thinking skills – ability to make assessments and provide solutions to problems.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, take direction with ease including changes to schedule and workflow priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively and consistently adhere to safe work practices.
• Superior customer service skills and ability to Interact with subcontractors, local municipalities, and homeowners.
• Time Management, organization, and planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask.
• Must have a teamwork orientation and ability to function effectively as an integral part of a team and as a leader.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships and resolve conflict:
  • At times may be required to interact with customers and landowners representing Gudenkauf.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and supervise others.
• Knowledge of industry standards and specifications.
• Extended travel may be required, on occasion (out of market).
• Must be able to work long hours (overtime), weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and background screen including an acceptable motor vehicle report.
• Physical requirements:
  • Ability to stand, stoop, squat, and bend for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to walk for extended periods of time and/or long distances.
  • Ability to navigate through potential uneven walkways/terrain.
  • Ability to work and tolerate extreme elements (heat, cold, sun, wind, rain, snow, etc.).
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Technical

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in OSP construction and installation.
• Working knowledge of Outside Plant, Fiber, and field operations processes required for each project inclusive of budget, design, engineering, permitting, construction, splicing, and close out packages.
• Skilled in interpreting telecommunications construction drawings in hard copy and digital format.
• Experience in Aerial and Underground, Splicing, testing and Systems telecommunications construction methods and specifications.
• Experience in construction quality management and assurance.
• Certification and knowledge of Trench safety.
• Working knowledge and ability reading and interpreting telecommunications construction drawings in hard copy and digital format and verify production.

• Demonstrated ability to identify, read and redline construction prints.
• Working knowledge of Google Earth/Maps.
• Proven understanding of compliance and quality assurance guidelines and best practices.
• GIS experience
• OSHA 10 certification.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience working as a technical construction supervisor.

• CDL Driver is a plus.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.
Company Profile:
Congruex
Congruex was formed in 2017 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity. The digital networks we design and build for our clients enable everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
Few companies in our industry can operate at scale and self-perform services like our multinational team. Our clients choose Congruex to deliver turn-key digital networks under a single platform. Our unified vision is to become the best end-to-end provider of network design and build services in the U.S.
We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow, together.
Why Work At Congruex
Opportunities
We offer opportunities at all levels across the nation – from students to industry veterans – in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services.
Wellbeing
We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development programs. Options may vary by geographic location.
Culture
The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

• GRIT: Our GRIT values are part of our company DNA and the touchstone for our multinational workforce.
  • Guts - having the guts to do the right thing.
  • Reliability - being reliable to deliver what we promise.
  • Innovation - innovating every day.
  • Teamwork - embracing teamwork together as One Congruex
• Safety: We are committed to 24/7 safety practices on our jobsites, within our offices, and all the places our team exists in between.
• Inclusion: Congruex embraces our team’s diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.
• Family: We are a family-oriented company committed to the long-term health and development of our people.