Engineer, Field

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Project Manager or another Aecon designate, the Field Engineer will provide technical information to the project management team and sub-trades to ensure construction work complies with all design drawings, engineering standards, codes, and specifications.

What You'll Do Here:

• Meet daily with project crews to review and evaluate the production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment, and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Collect, coordinate, and analyze shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements, and project data throughout the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Support development of technical requirements for project work packages, work planning, and scheduling.
• Identify production, materials, equipment, or process risk elements that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Prepare Requests for Information (RFI) to clarify as-found conditions.
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
• Remit accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported.
• Manage cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
• Review project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during project work, and after work is completed.
• Initiate and manage appropriate certificates, inspections, and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Work with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins.
• Initiate and manage any permits needed before work can begin.
• Coordinate subcontractor work methods, schedules, and crews as needed.
• Reconcile the job close-out checklist with the owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Post-secondary school education in a Civil Engineering discipline, or an acceptable combination of education and previous technical experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator, ideally in a project engineering or large process/power construction environment.
• Experience in quality control of rebar installation and concrete placement in accordance with ACI code requirements.
• Experience with NQA-1 concrete structural construction, including foundation and concrete underground experience.
• Knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, rebar drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to the project.
• Proficiency in software related to the construction industry (e.g., Maximo, MicroStation, AutoCAD, SAP, etc.).
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Hiring and employment are contingent on the candidate being granted access to customer sites and being a United States citizen.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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