Field Engineer (Data Center)

About the role

Assists the Project Engineer as the technical source of information for the project, responding to questions about drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and change orders. Responsibilities include assisting in writing change orders, RFIs, meeting minutes, reviewing submittals, and maintaining professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. The position has three steps (I, II, Senior) allowing progression of skill and experience, with Step I as the entry level.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineer in developing and maintaining as‑built drawings and other work tasks.
• Review and process submittals, change orders, RFIs, and budget forecasting.
• Generate, collect, distribute, store, retrieve, and disposition meeting agendas, RFIs, and daily reports in a timely manner.
• Support and execute the Project Management Plan (PMP).
• Perform project scope activities and support the project team to ensure successful project completion.
• Administer the project quality management plan and reinforce a culture of safety.
• Assist in calculating daily production rates and unit costs for self‑performed work.
• Participate in risk management, including identification, analysis, response planning, and monitoring.
• Understand and act on environmental control processes, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Oversee/manage BIM coordination between subcontractors and designers (as assigned).
• Document and submit information for LEED certification and create/update Digital Record Drawings (ORD).
• Provide lines, grades, and layout as required while maintaining an organized logbook.
• Maintain accurate weekly quantity logs and report quantities in compliance with the cost control manual.
• Perform budgeting and cost‑control activities to keep the project within the approved budget.
• Demonstrate business acumen within the area of responsibility.
• Support superintendents in work execution and assist in resolving field problems.

Requirements

• Ability to assume responsibility, interface, and communicate effectively with others.
• Entry‑level position typically requiring a four‑year construction‑related degree or equivalent technical/field experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Wear required personal protective equipment (steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.).
• Frequent reaching above shoulder height and below the waist.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, or bending.
• Limited use of telephone, computer, email, or other electronic devices for communication.
• Compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Occasional climbing of stairs, ladders, etc.
• Frequent use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects.
• Frequent interaction with people during a shift.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects.
• Sitting, standing, or walking short distances for the duration of a shift.

About Us

As a 100% employee‑owned contractor, Sundt offers a culture where every employee is a part owner. From apprentices to managers, the team is passionate about details and deliberate in its work. Sundt focuses on building long‑term prosperity for clients, communities, and employee‑owners, providing competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits, incentive programs, and training that supports personal and professional growth. The company is driven by skill, grit, and purpose, striving to be the most skilled builder in America.

Benefits

• Market‑competitive salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401(k)
• Industry‑leading health coverage
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee‑Owner perks
• Educational assistance
• Sundt Foundation – charitable employee‑owner program