Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Conduct material tests and analyses using tools and equipment, applying engineering knowledge; Develop plans and estimate costs for system installations, facility utilization, or construction of structures; Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer; R ead and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements; Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifications; Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions; A nalyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings; Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the contract and applicable regulations; Prepare reports and document project activities and data; R eport maintenance problems occurring at project site to supervisor and negotiate changes to resolve system conflicts; Analyze concrete using Structure Scan GPR and other appropriate equipment to determine the type of steel and plan the best method for repairs; Develop plans and estimate costs for installation of systems, utilization of facilities, and construction of structures; Address public suggestions and complaints; Develop project budgets by estimating the cost of project activities; R spond to public suggestions and complaints; Negotiate with contractors on prices for new contracts or modifications to existing contracts.