Field Engineer

Aecon Concessions; Calgary; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Calgary, AB, is seeking a Field Engineer to provide essential project management and compliance support. You will coordinate with crews, evaluate project performance, and manage documentation for construction activities. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in heavy civil construction and is proficient in software like AutoCAD and Primavera. This role values excellent communication and problem-solving skills and requires a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator in relevant environments.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, specifications, and standards required.
• Valid BC driver’s license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with project crews to ensure material and resource availability.
• Analyze shop drawings and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Evaluate production and budget performance, documenting daily activities.

Skills

Field Engineering

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Construction Equipment Knowledge

Software Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera Scheduling software

AutoCAD

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Location

Calgary, AB, CA Calgary, AB, CA

Operating Sector

Transportation West & Foundations

What is the Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Manager, theField Engineerwill provide field‑engineering information to the project management team and sub‑trades to ensure construction works comply with all the design drawings, engineering standards, codes and specifications. We have multiple full‑time positions open to service current and future work throughout Western Canada.

What You'll Do Here

• Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Collects, coordinates, and analyzes shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment, or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule, and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Notifies team members and manager of any significant schedule changes and recommends solutions for management consideration.
• Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
• Reviews project specifications for quality control at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections, and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
• Reconciles job close‑out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

What You Bring to the Team

• Post‑secondary school education in Civil Engineering or Construction Management disciplines; or acceptable combination of education and previous experience.
• A minimum of 3‑5 years working as a Field Engineer or Project Coordinator, ideally in project engineering or heavy civil construction environment.
• Knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• Proficient in software related to the construction industry (e.g., Primavera Scheduling software, AutoCAD, SAP, etc.).
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral.
• Flexibility to work in both field and office.
• Valid BC driver’s license.

Additional Information

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.