Field Engineer

Ames Construction; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 91,242,000 - 136,863,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking a Field Engineer to manage large and complex construction work at project sites, ensuring safe, smooth, and effective operations. You will work across road, bridge, building, and steel projects, with a focus on safety and quality control.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least one year of field experience, strong communication, and the ability to work in challenging weather, overtime, and weekends. Travel to project locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as field engineer or similar role.
• Technical understanding of field projects including machinery and construction processes.
• Strong knowledge of safety guidelines (OSHA).
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Designs temporary structures for construction with safety considerations.
• Inspects installed equipment and resolves issues on-site.
• Directs on-site foremen and workers.
• Reports project status with accurate documentation.
• Performs quality control inspections per contract documents.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed.

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family. That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect.

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of.

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

Ames Federal is seeking a Field Engineer, who will be responsible for managing large and complex construction work at the project site to ensure operations run safely, smoothly, and effectively. This position has a wide range of job responsibilities, depending on the area of specialization. These duties might include working on road, bridge, building, steel structures, or other large projects. This position is classified as “safety-sensitive.”

Essential Functions

• Designs temporary structures used during construction with emphasis on safety considerations
• Inspects installed equipment and technologies. Solves issues that may arise.
• Directs foremen or workers on-site
• Conducts research and accurately reports on project status
• Performs quality control inspections and checks work for compliance with contract documents
• Verifies proper materials are used, and that the installations meet project timelines and requirements
• Affirms safety compliance and enforces proper protocols and PPE on site
• May oversee project budget and communications

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related field
• A minimum of one (1) year of previous experience as a field engineer or similar role
• Well-versed in technical aspects of field projects, including machinery, equipment, and construction processes
• Thorough understanding of safety guidelines (OSHA statutes)
• Attention to detail
• Outstanding communication skills
• An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to work in adverse weather and occasional overtime and weekends

Working Conditions

• Travel – This role will be expected to travel to project locations.
• Construction site environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. May be exposed to high noise levels.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires ensuring compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts.