Construction - Field Engineer

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Perform quantity takeoffs to forecast material needs.
• Track and inventory materials delivered to job sites.
• Assist with layout and site setup for equipment and infrastructure installation.
• Work with the Superintendent to develop safe and efficient installation strategies.
• Enter and maintain daily logs, including weather conditions, progress photos, and equipment reports.
• Track weather delays and report time and material changes or field orders.
• Support job-site safety by performing inspections and enforcing corrections.
• Conduct safety inspections of tools, equipment, and scaffolding.
• Lead or assist in weekly toolbox talks—including documentation and signoffs with subcontractors.
• Compile submittals and documentation to support proper installation by crews and subs.
• Prepare and finalize red-lined as-built drawings.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Project Superintendent.
• Effectively communicate with field teams, superintendents, project managers, and subcontractors.
• Report directly to the Project Superintendent while supporting other field and office personnel.
• Document and share critical field data to support schedule, safety, and performance tracking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Understanding of surveying, site layout, and technical drawings.
• Strong communication skills—comfortable working with field crews, project managers, and stakeholders.
• A proactive mindset—able to adapt quickly, ask the right questions, and solve problems in the moment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience on water or wastewater infrastructure projects is a plus.

Skills

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and track materials.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and adaptability.

Benefits

• Full-Time employment based out of Colorado with project-specific travel.
• Opportunity for advancement into project management or estimating roles.

Pay

$75k-$90k annually DOE

Schedule

Full-Time