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POSITION SPECIFICATION Position: Field Representative Department: Commercial, Institutional & Architects (CIA) Reporting Relationship: Senior Project Manager, Commercial COMPANY BACKGROUND KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com. POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES The Field/Construction Representative plays a key role in the successful execution of projects both in the office during design and on site with clients and the project construction team. This person is focused primarily on coordination of communications and work between different stakeholders (KFI project team, client, general contractor or construction manager, subcontractors, vendors, etc.). Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Field Representative is also responsible for trouble-shooting problems in the field, communicating with design Engineers., and facilitating the timely execution of decisions directly affecting the timeliness and quality of our work and the overall satisfaction of our client. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a pragmatic approach coupled with strong construction and field experience, enabling them to quickly build credibility and thoroughly examine customer needs. They should be able to comprehend technical work in the field and effectively communicate complex situations and problems to others. We're looking for a naturally collaborative individual who can synthesize diverse ideas into actionable recommendations while being self-directed and adaptable to rapidly changing circumstances. The successful candidate must be willing to travel extensively, potentially spending weeks at a time on job sites. Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Engage in design review, cost estimating, construction planning, scheduling, and equipment procurement. Ensure that full documentation for the project takes place and is distributed to all of the right stakeholders. Monitor the work of all contractors and subs, ensuring that the quality of the work meets or exceeds both KFI and our client's standards. Attend construction meetings, ensuring full representation of the needs of both the client and KFI. Gather information from the field as required to assist the overall team. Carry out the research necessary to identify and address the root cause of problems. Inspect equipment and critically observe testing of same. Review and provide clarification to construction documents as required. Communicate, both verbally and in writing as necessary, with the appropriate staff at KFI who can expedite the resolution of customer problems. QUALIFICATIONS Required AAS Degree/Diploma in Design/Drafting is required. 10+ years of experience. Strong technical skills, and the demonstrated ability to understand and apply engineering and design principles and standards. Fundamental understanding of all disciplines (millwright, piping, mechanical, electrical, and civil/structural). Cost estimating. Planning and organizational skills, combined with good attention to detail. Ability to build consensus and influence others. Central energy and distribution project