Field Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

If you want to learn construction by actually building it, this is the opportunity. A well-established heavy civil contractor is looking for a Field Engineer to join its project team and work directly alongside Superintendents, Project Managers, foremen, subcontractors, and field crews. This is a hands-on field position supporting major civil construction projects involving earthwork, utilities, drainage, roads, concrete, and site development. What You’ll Do Support the Superintendent with daily field operations and project execution Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents Assist with layout, measurements, elevations, quantities, and field verification Track daily production, manpower, materials, equipment, and progress Perform quantity tracking and assist with pay applications and change orders Prepare and maintain RFIs, daily reports, field documentation, and as-builts Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, surveyors, and engineering teams Monitor work for compliance with plans, specifications, and quality requirements Help troubleshoot field issues and keep work moving safely and efficiently Work closely with the Superintendent to plan upcoming activities and maintain production What We’re Looking For 1–5 years of field engineering or heavy civil construction experience Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related field preferred Experience with earthwork, utilities, drainage, roadwork, concrete, sitework, or infrastructure preferred Strong ability to read and understand civil construction drawings Familiarity with construction surveying, GPS/layout, quantities, and field measurements Strong communication and organizational skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Procore, HCSS, or similar construction technology is a plus Willingness to work primarily in the field and take ownership of assigned work What's on offer Base salary between $80,000 - $115,000 Vehicle allowance Premium medical, dental, vision 401k plus company match Fast Track career progression The Opportunity This is a great fit for someone early in their career who wants to learn from experienced field leaders and understand how complex civil projects are actually built. You’ll get exposure to the entire construction process — from layout and excavation through utilities, grading, paving, closeout, and everything in between. If you’re a Field Engineer who wants more responsibility, more field exposure, and a clear path toward Superintendent or Project Management, let’s talk. #J-18808-Ljbffr International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO)