Field Engineer - Mission Critical

About the role

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For 40 years, we have been a true partner, an honest advisor, as well as a responsible contractor for our clients. We believe the success of any project depends upon a strong builder-client relationship, and a commitment to establishing common goals and objectives from the project start. Alston Construction offers a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design-build experience of industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and government projects. We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site layout, benchmarks, control points, and verification of in-field conditions.
• Perform tape checks, sleeve/penetration location verification, and reference submittal drawings to validate in-place work.
• Support trade partners with RFI resolution and interpretation of plans.
• Maintain and update as-builts, redlines, and field drawings in coordination with VDC/BIM and QA/QC teams.
• Document daily work activities, field observations, and safety audits.
• Support QA/QC inspections and checklists for MEP and CSA scopes.
• Participate in daily huddles, weekly work planning sessions, and pull plan meetings.
• Support Assistant Superintendents with daily manpower tracking and three-week look-ahead.
• Help identify field constraints and proactively escalate for resolution.
• Absorb progress photo documentation, quantity tracking, and logistical coordination (laydown areas, hoisting, deliveries).
• Interface with procurement teams to confirm delivery dates and field readiness.
• Monitor jobsite for housekeeping, access, and compliance with the site-specific safety plan.
• Support LOTO, confined space, and hot work permit tracking under supervision.
• Use Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360, or other project platforms to manage RFIs, submittals, punch lists, and site documents.
• Perform reality capture tasks (e.g., 360° photos, drone documentation support, scan-to-BIM coordination).

Requirements

• 0–2 years of construction experience, co-op, or internship in a field-related role.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency in reading construction drawings, submittals, and specifications.
• Comfortable working in a high-tech, MEP-intensive environment.
• Basic knowledge of safety practices and job site protocols.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software.
• Knowledge of building information modeling (BIM).
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar project management software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, submittals, and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth 401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate project needs.