Construction Field Engineer

Position Overview

JGM is seeking motivated early-career professionals with backgrounds in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Industrial Engineering to join our team as Field Engineers. In this role, you will support self-perform industrial construction projects throughout the United States, primarily east of the Mississippi, working directly alongside Superintendents, Project Managers, and field leadership on complex projects involving structural steel, mechanical, piping, and heavy industrial construction. This is a hands-on, site-based position designed for individuals eager to develop into future construction leaders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work directly alongside Superintendents and field leadership to support daily site operations and project execution from mobilization through turnover
• Aid with crew coordination, manpower planning, subcontractor oversight, and field activity sequencing
• Assist with reviewing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and project schedules
• Support field quantity tracking, productivity reporting, and installed work verification
• Coordinate material deliveries, equipment usage, and project logistics to maintain schedule
• Track field progress and communicate updates, delays, and issues to the project management team
• Absorb and resolve real-time construction challenges alongside field leadership

Required Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of industrial construction field experience, preferably in structural steel, mechanical, piping, or process work
• OSHA 30 certification preferred (OSHA 10 considered with willingness to obtain OSHA 30)
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced construction environments and adapt to changing field conditions
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project demands require
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer

• Competitive Base Salary
• Per Diem Paid 7 Days Per Week on Project Assignments
• 100% Travel Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Training & Continuing Education
• Defined Career Path into Senior Field Leadership and Project Management Roles