Field Engineer - St. George

About the role

Civil Science is growing our construction team in Utah and is seeking a Field Engineer to support UDOT transportation projects in Southern Utah (Regions 3 & 4). This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level engineer or recent graduate who wants hands-on field experience working directly on active highway and infrastructure projects. You’ll be part of a collaborative team while building strong relationships with contractors, UDOT personnel, and community stakeholders.

For 30 years, Civil Science has built a strong reputation delivering high-quality infrastructure and transportation solutions—and as a 100% employee-owned company, the employee ownership mindset fuels our culture of accountability, collaboration, and pride in the work we deliver.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction oversight on UDOT transportation projects
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Review RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, and project documentation
• Participate in field inspections, data collection, and construction verification
• Support quality assurance and materials documentation
• Maintain project records and prepare reports and technical documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and UDOT representatives
• Uphold Civil Science Quality and Risk Management Standards
• Ensure compliance with company, client, and governmental safety requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or closely related field)
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and actively working towards a Professional Engineering License
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards
• UDOT CEMT certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire with company support
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to job sites and work remotely as needed, including occasional overnight stays; may include occasional night and weekend work to meet project needs
• Proficient with Microsoft products and PDF software
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work on active construction sites, including uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, and moderate to high noise levels
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a UDOT Field Engineer
• 2+ years of highway or DOT construction experience
• Knowledge of UDOT standards, specifications, and construction processes
• Experience with contract administration (RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, claims documentation)
• Bluebeam and/or Masterworks software experience
• Materials testing and quality assurance knowledge
• Experience working in UDOT Regions 3 and/or 4
• Strong contractor oversight and stakeholder communication skills

Benefits

• Ownership in Your Future: 100% employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Room to Grow: Agile structure empowering project ownership and career acceleration
• Work-Life Harmony: Flexibility to complement personal life
• Comprehensive Benefits for Full-time Employees: three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan