Field Engineer - Confidential Client
The Field Engineer at Confidential Client supports daily heavy civil construction projects by coordinating field activities, ensuring safety and quality standards, and assisting project managers and superintendents. This entry-level role offers recent engineering graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in highway maintenance and traffic signal projects within a collaborative team environment.
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, Energy, Oil & Gas.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Responsibilities
- Promote and maintain a safe work environment at all times
- Support quality control efforts to ensure work meets project specifications
- Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and survey needs for field crews
- Track daily and weekly production through quantity reporting and timecard review
- Perform quantity takeoffs and measure completed work
- Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, inspectors, and owner representatives
- Prepare and maintain three-week look-ahead schedules
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, and documentation
- Maintain accurate project records and reports
- Support Project Managers and Superintendents with daily project activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or another Engineering discipline required
- Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- Previous internship or construction experience is a plus (not required)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to travel to project sites as required
- Flexibility to work days, nights, and weekends based on project needs
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Up to $75,000 annually
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company vehicle, fuel card, and toll tag
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Mentorship from experienced Project Management and Operations leaders
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Family-oriented company culture
Additional Information
- No visa sponsorship is available now or in the future
- Confidential client participates in E-Verify
- Offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening
- Confidential client does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, search firms, or third‑party recruiters; unsolicited submissions will not result in placement fees
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.
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