Field Layout Technician (Concrete) - San Antonio, TX
Culture
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.
Role Overview
The Field Technician II is a mid‑level technical role responsible for conducting advanced testing, inspections, and quality‑assurance procedures on concrete construction sites. This position supports field operations by ensuring construction materials and methods meet project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Field Technician II provides technical expertise in concrete testing, data analysis, and field problem‑solving, while also mentoring junior technicians.
Primary Responsibilities
- Review project documents.
- Understand the objections of the site survey and provide horizontal and vertical control using Total Stations.
- Participate in basic layout and field engineering activities, including:
- Establishing control lines from control points.
- Layout foundations.
- Layout vertical formwork such as columns and walls.
- Establishing elevation control points.
- Layout decks and deck edges.
- Layout required embeds, block‑outs, and other items required by contract.
- Assist in the performance of a variety of surveying activities.
- Provide clerical support and documentation of engineering activities.
- Maintain proper usage and storage of all surveying equipment.
- Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related assignments as needed.
- Work during inclement weather, potentially exposed to extreme cold and heat, noise, and dust from construction operations depending upon project site.
- Complete as‑builts and ensure they are recorded and documented per company standards.
- Document control: manage drawings onsite, ensuring all drawings include the latest, most updated changes.
- Track RFIs.
- Study architectural drawings and generate RFIs that differ from those drawings.
- Oversee Field Layout Technician I’s.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of experience in field engineering/lay‑out.
- Good communication skills – written, verbal, interpersonal.
- Extensive travel up to 70%.
- Proficient at reading and understanding contract drawings, including both structural and architectural drawings, with the ability to cross‑check between the two documents as needed.
- Ability to meet deadlines and multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
- Bilingual Spanish/English.
- Knowledge of construction field engineering from pre‑construction to completion.
Benefits
- Inclusive medical, dental, vision, accident, and illness insurance.
- Company‑paid AD&D 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.
- Career advancement opportunities with a stable, well‑established organization.