Kraemer North America (Kraemer) is currently looking for a Field Engineer Intern to join our National Railroad Group and our Upper Midwest Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa Region.
Our recruitment is focused on locating students in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or Civil Engineering programs that are self-motivated, energetic and have a passion to learn more about a highway-heavy career.
Field Engineer Interns will be exposed to a wide variety of construction-related activities to include scheduling, cost controls, subcontractor/supplier management, safety, formwork design, quality control, estimating, and labor and material management.
Field Engineer Interns will work closely with experienced Field Engineers, Project Engineers, Project Managers and Superintendents of Kraemer North America.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a leader helping to oversee and implement Kraemer's Safety Program to ensure the safe execution of construction projects and protection of Kraemer personnel
Ensure Quality is built into all Kraemer construction operations through the successful execution of planning, project document control, including submittals, RFIs and compliance records, and thorough field quality control inspections
Assist with overall construction management operations coordinating and scheduling subcontractors, suppliers, and/or Kraemer self-perform work, providing construction oversight, recognizing and responding to construction issues, and assisting with engineering design and implementation
Actively participate with ensuring the financial health of the project by measuring and tracking quantities, understanding and recording project expenditures, and preparing and analyzing project cost reports, then taking actionable steps to ensure continued success.
Assist foremen and superintendents with various construction activities layout of construction elements, providing elevation and grade control, crew oversight and coordination, and troubleshooting.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with project owners, inspectors and stakeholders by upholding Kraemer's Core Values.
Quickly communicate and respond to issues in a manner that provides the best outcome for the project.
Routinely attend Kraemer University courses to develop skills and knowledge in other core competencies necessary for career development and growth.
Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering or similar
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Efficient in Microsoft Office applications
Team player with the ability to work independently
Passion for safety and construction
Previous experience working with construction software preferred
Previous experience working with AGTEK/Auto CAD preferred
Location of assignment is TBD based on business need and candidate preference.
Start date will be based off semester end/start as well as candidate availability.