Construction Field Engineer

Construction Field Engineer – Roadway / Structures Support roadway, utilities, and structural construction oversight on transportation and public infrastructure projects. Coordinate with contractors, stakeholders (LAWA, Caltrans, City of LA departments), utilities, and third parties to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications, maintain thorough documentation, and support quality assurance and safety protocols on site. Assist the Structures Representative with contract administration, structures construction engineering, inspection, documentation, and coordination for bridge, retaining wall, falsework, and other structural components. Key Responsibilities Coordinate daily field inspections with LAWA Construction Inspection Division and the City of LA to verify construction activities follow approved plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Verify contractor operations related to structural components, including cast-in-place concrete, structural steel, falsework/temporary works, precast elements, post-tensioning, and CIDH pile construction. Prepare and maintain checklists for structures inspections, field material sampling and testing, and source inspections in accordance with project plans, specifications, and contract documents. Verify that materials, methods, and workmanship conform to contract documents, Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the Caltrans Bridge Construction Records and Procedures (BCRP) manual. Prepare and maintain project records, including conformed set of plans and specifications, daily reports, quantity calculations, photos, and develop punch-lists and as-built documentation. Assist with the review and processing of submittals, RFIs, Field Directives, request for task orders, change notices, and change orders. Review and prepare LAWA’s Area Shutdown Request (ASR), Utility Shutdown Request (USR), LAWA Impact request (LIR), and Caltrans lane closure requests. Monitor contractor progress, participate in schedule reviews, and coordinate look‑ahead activities. Support enforcement of job‑site safety, traffic control, environmental/ MMRP compliance, and SWPPP requirements. Monitor temporary structures operations for conformance with approved falsework plans, erection plans, temporary shoring, and other temporary works drawings. Develop 4‑scale drawings, grade/elevation sheets for various elements of the CIP Post‑Tension Box Girder Bridge and verify grades in the field using basic surveying principles and tools. Coordinate material sampling and testing with LAWA Labs, LA BCA, Caltrans METS, or other QA entities. Communicate with LAWA, Resident Engineer, Structures Representative, contractor personnel, and agency stakeholders to resolve field issues. Assist with punchlists, close‑out documentation, and final reports for structural work. Be flexible and work days, nights, and/or weekends in heavy construction at elevated heights if needed. Preferred Qualifications Minimum 4 years of a degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a relevant field. PE License in the State of California is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction inspection and management experience on similar highway and bridge construction projects. Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction inspection and management experience on similar construction projects involving bridges, retaining walls, sound walls, barriers, drainage structures, sign structures, and other structures. Knowledge of construction practices, physical characteristics and properties of highway and bridge construction inspection, and the approved methods and equipment used in performing physical inspections. Ability to perform calculations such as grade, deflection, stress, alignment, and to check the various elements of structures (e.g., beams, columns) used in contractors’ temporary work. Assist in reviewing false work plans, shoring plans, demolition plans, concrete mix designs, and other submittals provided by contractors as required by the contract documents. Ability to work independently and perform inspection duties in the construction field office. Ability to effectively make minor decisions concerning work in progress and solve field and office problems. Computer literacy with typical programs such as Microsoft Word, Teams, Outlook, and Excel. Experience with review of Critical Path Method (CPM) baseline schedule, including updates and revisions; ability to run Claim Digger or other available software for Claims analysis. Assist in responding to potential claims filed by the contractor and prepare documentation for contract claims and claim reports. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years progressive construction experience on multidisciplinary projects. Fundamental understanding of contracts and familiarity with codes and laws governing construction. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents. Team‑orientated and can work effectively in a team environment. Computer literate, with experience in Microsoft Office, Primavera, or related construction packages. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture. U.S. employment authorization sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position. Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation & Work Details Compensation Range: Los Angeles: $102,000 to $146,000 Primary Location: United States-California-Los Angeles Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Field Services - Non‑FAR / Negotiated Job Posting Date: Jun 3, 2026 Equal Employment Opportunity At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR