About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Field Engineer to support transportation construction projects serving UDOT in Southern Utah (Regions 3 & 4). This is an excellent entry-level to early-career opportunity for a civil engineer who wants hands-on field experience on active highway and infrastructure work. The role includes a mix of field oversight, documentation, contractor coordination, and QA support. This position is based in Saint George, UT and supports remote/field work as required.

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What You’ll Do

As a Field Engineer supporting Construction Engineering Management, you will:

• Assist with construction oversight on UDOT transportation projects
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Review RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, and project documentation
• Participate in field inspections, data collection, and construction verification
• Support quality assurance and materials documentation
• Maintain project records and prepare reports and technical documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and UDOT representatives
• Uphold Confidential Client Quality and Risk Management standards
• Ensure compliance with company, client, and governmental safety requirements

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications to be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and actively working toward a Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Strong understanding of construction safety standards
• UDOT CEMT certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire (company support available)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check and driving record review
• Willingness and ability to travel locally to job sites and work remotely as needed; occasional overnight travel and some night/weekend work may be required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and PDF software
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely work on active construction sites (uneven terrain, variable weather, and moderate–high noise)
• Able to frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

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What Will Help You Stand Out

Preferred / nice-to-have experience:

• Prior experience as a UDOT Field Engineer
• 2+ years of highway or DOT construction experience
• Knowledge of UDOT standards, specifications, and construction processes
• Experience with contract administration (RFIs, change orders, pay estimates, claims documentation)
• Bluebeam and/or Masterworks software experience
• Materials testing and QA knowledge
• Experience working in UDOT Regions 3 and/or 4
• Strong contractor oversight and stakeholder communication skills

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base: $116,971 per year (estimated)
• Full-time, permanent position
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees may include: three weeks PTO, eight holidays, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) plan
• Additional benefits and programs may be available depending on role and hire status

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Why Join Our Client

• Opportunity to gain hands-on field experience and accelerate your civil engineering career
• Collaborative project teams working on meaningful public infrastructure
• Professional development and support for licensure and certifications
• A culture that values accountability, collaboration, and high-quality delivery

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Logistics & Legal

• Location: Saint George, UT (role requires local travel across Southern Utah)
• Remote/telecommute components: role supports field and remote work as needed (jobLocationType: TELECOMMUTE)
• Candidates must be able to pass required background and driving record checks
• Confidential Client evaluates sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis

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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.

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