Entry Level Field Engineer - Confidential Client 2027
The Entry Level Field Engineer at Confidential Client supports complex underground and foundation construction projects through both field and office engineering tasks. Responsibilities include interpreting construction drawings, performing quantity takeoffs, assisting with safety and work planning, supporting estimating activities, and supervising subcontractor operations. This role offers extensive travel opportunities and hands-on experience in large-scale infrastructure projects across North America.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Field Engineer for construction projects based in Baltimore, MD. This is a full-time, early-career role that combines hands-on field work, office engineering support, and estimating tasks on underground and foundation projects. The role requires travel to project sites across North America and offers growth into technical, field leadership, and estimating roles.
What You’ll Do
Field Engineering
- Assist in interpreting drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations by measuring work progress and installed materials
- Help prepare work plans, work packages, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
- Support field surveying and layout (elevations, control points) and compile as-built data
- Track and confirm daily labor timesheets and participate in jobsite safety reviews and toolbox talks
- Order and schedule materials; plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on site
- Provide on-site solutions for underground tunneling and foundation construction operations
- Supervise subcontractor work and support site safety and quality
Office Engineering
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings and contract documents
- Complete basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field crews
- Prepare data, submittals, and transmittals for customers, vendors, and agencies
- Assist with purchase orders, subcontracts, and minor solicitations as directed
- Maintain project records: daily reports, photos, RFIs, memoranda, and as-built documentation
- Enter data into job-cost systems and support cost-report reviews
Estimating
- Assist in historical data review to develop production and cost assumptions for bids
- Perform plan and specification reviews to identify project risks
- Complete quantity takeoffs and support the estimating team during bid preparation
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mining, Mechanical, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline
- Previous construction or mining experience preferred but not required
- Willingness to work in underground construction and foundation projects
- Ability and willingness to travel and relocate as projects require (national-scale operations)
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Strong work ethic; able to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
- Critical thinking and planning skills
Other Requirements & Working Conditions
- Regular, reliable attendance and timely completion of assigned tasks
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain safe work practices
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends as project needs dictate
- FIELD ROLES ONLY: work at varying locations and site conditions; must be able to perform field assignments safely
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Compensation: $82,000/yr - $88,000/yr (actual compensation may vary based on education, experience, skillset, and location)
- Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement savings with matching, employee assistance and wellness programs, and paid time off.
Location & Travel
- Primary posting location: Baltimore, MD. Projects and assignments may require travel across North America and periodic relocation based on project needs.
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- Entry Level Field Engineer, Field Engineer, Office Engineer, Construction Engineer, Estimating, Underground Tunneling, Baltimore MD, Construction Management
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