About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As a Field Engineer supporting Construction Engineering Management (CEM) projects, you'll work directly on active highway and infrastructure work in Southern Utah (UDOT Regions 3 & 4). Key responsibilities include:

• Assist with construction oversight on UDOT transportation projects
• Coordinate with contractors to confirm work meets plans, specifications, and safety requirements
• Review RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, and other contract documents
• Perform field inspections, collect construction data, and verify work
• Support quality assurance and materials documentation processes
• Maintain accurate project records and prepare concise technical reports
• Uphold Confidential Client quality and risk-management standards
• Travel locally to job sites; occasional overnight, night, or weekend work as project needs dictate

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and actively working toward a Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards and field procedures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work safely on active construction sites (uneven terrain, varying weather, moderate-to-high noise)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and common PDF tools
• UDOT CEMT certification, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire (company support provided)

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Prior experience as a UDOT Field Engineer or 2+ years of DOT/highway construction experience
• Experience with contract administration (RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, claims documentation)
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, Masterworks, or similar software
• Materials testing and quality assurance experience
• Strong contractor oversight and stakeholder communication skills

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Location & Travel

• Primary location: Saint George, UT. This role includes field-based work throughout Southern Utah with hybrid/telecommute flexibility when not on site.
• Local travel to project sites is required; occasional overnight stays are possible.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Confidential Client will evaluate visa sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $109,535 per year (estimate).
• Full-time employees typically receive: three weeks PTO, eight holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• The ESOP and employee-owned culture provide strong opportunities for career growth and ownership mindset.

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Why Join

• Hands-on field experience on meaningful transportation projects
• Collaborative, employee-owned culture that encourages ownership and professional growth
• Mentorship and structured pathways toward PE licensure and advanced field certifications

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Recruiter Note

Careertakes is acting as a third-party recruitment partner for this opportunity. If selected, you will be employed by Confidential Client in the Engineering industry. Applicants may be considered for other relevant opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.