Field Engineer - 2026 College Recruiting (Omaha)

Division: Omaha Main • Location: Omaha, NE 68154 • Entry-level salaried non-exempt position.

About the role

Assigned to a field operations team to assist in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating information needed to construct the project in accordance with contract documents and to assure work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible. Reports to the Project Superintendent or Superintendents.

Responsibilities

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control as required.
• Assist in implementation of site safety program and ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR’s).
• Review work as it is being placed to ensure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in preparation of project as-builts.
• Assist in protection and promotion of interests of Turner in related matters.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from an accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education.
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team.
• Demonstrated initiative and desire to learn.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications.
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs desired.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear.
• Frequently views a computer monitor and uses a computer keyboard.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly required to be mobile and occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances.
• Occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly works in an office or remote setting; noise level is usually quiet to moderate.
• May occasionally work at construction work sites exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock; noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.