Field Engineer - Houston, TX

About the role

We are a team of engineers, managers, and builders who are down‑to‑earth and stand behind our word. We value respect and honesty, finding a better way, dirty boots, and a job well done. We trust our people to persevere and do their best for one another and for our clients. In return, we make their time with us worthwhile. Most importantly, our people count on and believe in one another and know our success depends on our frontline workers building great projects that reflect our values and vision.

The Field Engineer position is designed to develop future field leadership through hands‑on experience and training in all aspects of construction management. This role works closely with experienced superintendents and field crews to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, coordinate, and supervise construction projects. It is a leadership development opportunity with a defined path toward a Job Superintendent position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily construction site operations, including scheduling, logistics, and subcontractor coordination.
• Observe and engage with the field layout team to become proficient at reading, comparing, and understanding all disciplines of drawings and gain knowledge of the RFI process and layout equipment.
• Shadow Assistant Superintendents to gain a better understanding of formwork installation, crew management, scheduling, and building processes.
• Work alongside various crews to learn basic manpower planning for framing, decking, stripping, columns, and walls.
• Attend and contribute to daily site meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination meetings with customers and suppliers.
• Learn construction management software and systems used for scheduling, RFIs, submittals, and documentation.
• Participate in multiple training sessions with Ceco’s Safety, Formwork Engineering, and Yard Management teams and perform functions of each team.
• Partner with Job Superintendents to increase knowledge of crew management, resource sharing, and customer management.
• Contribute to projects by completing daily logs, setting up concrete orders, processing new hires and payroll, and leading weekly planning meetings with crew leaders.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, a related field, and/or one to two years of equivalent work experience.
• Internship or 1‑2 years of experience in a construction‑related role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of safety and relevant OSHA requirements and regulations.
• Ability to travel and work for extended periods on projects away from the home office.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with construction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, etc.) is a plus.

Benefits

• Inclusive medical, dental, vision, accident, and illness insurance.
• Company‑paid disability and life insurance.
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match.
• Employee Assistance Program, including discounts with major vendors & products.
• Mental and physical wellness programs.
• Competitive time‑off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable, well‑established organization.
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning courses.