Project Field Engineer

New York City, New York, USA • Full-Time

About the role

A leading heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Field Engineer to support the delivery of a major transportation infrastructure project in Midtown Manhattan. The Field Engineer will support the planning, coordination, and execution of civil construction activities in the field.

Responsibilities

• Field Engineering and Planning
  • Prepare and submit Construction Work Plans and Safe Work Plans.
  • Prepare engineering drawings and shop drawings.
  • Review and coordinate work plans and shop drawings with subcontractors.
  • Assist with field layout and planning of civil construction activities.
  • Review drawings, specifications, and RFIs.
  • Identify potential discrepancies and constructability issues.
  • Support work sequencing and achievement of project milestones.
• Construction Coordination
  • Assist the Superintendent with daily field operations and work planning.
  • Coordinate subcontractors and ensure work conforms to drawings and specifications.
  • Interface with project engineers, superintendents, inspectors, and design professionals.
  • Coordinate with utility companies, transit agencies, and local authorities when required.
  • Support project turnover, punch-list completion, and closeout activities.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Track installed quantities and complete quantity takeoffs.
  • Assist with production and progress reporting.
  • Maintain daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built documentation.
  • Support preparation and management of submittals, RFIs, and field-change records.
  • Maintain progress photographs and accurate field records.
• Quality and Safety
  • Monitor field activities for compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
  • Participate in inspections with owners, engineers, and third-party inspectors.
  • Promote and enforce project safety requirements and company policies.
  • Support inspection and testing requirements for civil construction work.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of civil construction experience, ideally in a field-based engineering capacity.
• Experience with heavy civil or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of civil construction activities including earthwork, utilities, concrete, and paving.
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Experience preparing or coordinating work plans, shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with bus terminals, transit facilities, rail, airport, or comparable transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience on public-agency projects involving transit or transportation authorities.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or field-layout software.
• Experience with surveying equipment and field-layout practices.
• Knowledge of civil inspection and material-testing requirements.