Construction Engineering Technician

About the role

Southern Indiana & Kentucky Build Your Career in Infrastructure Construction Our client is seeking a Construction Engineering Technician (CET) to join its growing Construction Services team supporting water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects throughout Southern Indiana and Kentucky. This position serves as a key resource for project teams during construction and works closely with Resident Project Representatives (RPRs), Project Engineers, Project Managers, contractors, and clients. The CET plays an important role in field coordination, project support, inspector development, and construction administration while helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a background in civil engineering, construction management, engineering technology, or infrastructure construction who enjoys working in the field, solving problems, collaborating with project teams, and contributing to the successful delivery of essential infrastructure projects.

Types of projects may include: water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, water main improvements, sanitary sewer projects, lift stations and pump stations, municipal utility infrastructure, federally funded public infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Support active construction projects from pre-construction through project completion
• Serve as a field resource for Resident Project Representatives (RPRs) and provide guidance, training, and project support
• Coordinate with contractors, project managers, engineers, inspectors, and clients to help keep projects moving forward
• Assist with construction meetings, progress updates, and project communications
• Help resolve field questions and construction issues in collaboration with project teams
• Review construction documentation, reports, and project records for accuracy and completeness
• Verify materials, equipment, and products meet project specifications and contract requirements
• Support quality assurance efforts and construction compliance activities
• Provide field coverage on projects when inspection resources are unavailable or additional support is needed
• Assist with project coordination related to schedules, budgets, risk management, and construction progress
• Observe field activities and provide feedback to support inspector development and project success

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Organizational Leadership, or a related field
• Experience supporting construction, infrastructure, utility, or civil engineering projects
• Experience with water, wastewater, utility, transportation, or municipal infrastructure projects
• Understanding of underground utility construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Southern Indiana and Kentucky
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Familiarity with federally funded construction projects
• Experience using Procore or similar construction management software
• Experience coordinating with contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders