Field Engineer Internship

Ferrovial Services Australia; Waverley Council; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferrovial through Webber, its heavy civil subsidiary, invites you to join a global leader in infrastructure as a Field Engineering Intern - Heavy Civil. You will support Field Engineers, Project Engineers and Superintendents on large-scale projects and gain real-world construction management experience.

You will learn surveying basics, read plans, track quantities, and use Excel, Outlook and Word to support field tasks while working outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a civil engineering, construction management, construction science, or related bachelor’s degree program.
• Interest in heavy civil construction and field-based project work.
• Ability to communicate professionally in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support Field Engineers and other project personnel with daily field operations, production tracking, and work planning.
• Assist with quantity tracking, material take-offs, and verification of installed work.
• Help interpret construction plans, specifications, and layouts under the guidance of project staff.
• Participate in surveying activities and learn basic layout and measurement techniques.
• Observe and support jobsite safety practices, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and safety observations.
• Assist with documentation such as daily reports, field logs, and project records.
• Learn to assess labor, equipment, and material usage for production activities.
• Communicate effectively with field crews and project team members to support work execution.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and other project tools to support field engineering tasks.

Skills

English communication

Microsoft Office

Field internship interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Founded in 1963, Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence:Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Summary

The Field Engineering Intern - Heavy Civil provides hands-on support to Webber's Heavy Civil project teams by assisting Field Engineers, Project Engineers, and Superintendents with day-to-day field operations. This internship offers real-world exposure to construction management, field engineering, and jobsite operations on large-scale heavy civil infrastructure projects while gaining practical experience in a fast-paced construction environment.

Regular Job Duties

• Support Field Engineers and other Project personnel with daily field operations, production tracking, and work planning.
• Assist with quantity tracking, material take-offs, and verification of installed work.
• Help interpret construction plans, specifications, and layouts under the guidance of project staff.
• Participate in surveying activities and learn basic layout and measurement techniques.
• Observe and support jobsite safety practices, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and safety observations.
• Assist with documentation such as daily reports, field logs, and project records.
• Learn to assess labor, equipment, and material usage for production activities.
• Communicate effectively with field crews and project team members to support work execution.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and other project tools to support field engineering tasks.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support Heavy Civil project teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a civil engineering, construction management, construction science, or related bachelor’s degree program.
• Interest in heavy civil construction and field-based project work.
• Ability to communicate professionally in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic understanding of construction math concepts preferred.
• Moderate computer skills using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity in an active jobsite environment.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together!

Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Webber, a Ferrovial company, and its group of companies, are equal opportunity employers. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a "Protected Class"), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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