Senior Field Engineer, Heavy Civil - Future Opportunities

Ledcor Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a motivated Senior Field Engineer based in Edmonton, Canada, to coordinate and support construction activities for heavy civil projects. The role requires 5–8 years of experience in the field, along with an Engineering Degree or Technology Diploma. Key responsibilities include tracking project progress, ensuring compliance with specifications, and collaborating with various teams to resolve field issues.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply for the opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in heavy civil construction or a related field.
• Strong understanding of construction practices and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with project management and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day field operations and construction activities.
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, and project managers.
• Track project progress and maintain accurate field reports and documentation.
• Identify and resolve field issues in collaboration with project teams.

Skills

Construction practices

Project management tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Field reporting systems

Problem solving

Education

Engineering Degree or Technology Diploma

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Field Engineer to support the successful execution of our heavy civil construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating field activities, supporting construction teams, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards. Your ability to solve problems in real-time, collaborate with field and office teams, and maintain accurate project documentation will be critical to project success. With your technical expertise and field experience, you’ll play a key role in ensuring efficient, high-quality construction execution. This is a future opportunity. If you think you would be a great fit, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our True Blue team! Your application will be reviewed by our Recruiter. If you’re chosen for further consideration, our team will contact you.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day field operations and construction activities
• Coordinate with superintendents, subcontractors, and project managers
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents to ensure compliance
• Assist in planning and sequencing of work activities
• Track project progress and maintain accurate field reports and documentation
• Participate in quality control inspections and ensure standards are met
• Identify and resolve field issues in collaboration with project teams
• Assist with procurement, material tracking, and logistics coordination
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and promote a safety‑first culture
• Support cost tracking, change management, and quantity tracking
• Participate in project meetings and planning sessions

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in heavy civil construction or related field
• Engineering Degree or Technology Diploma
• Strong understanding of construction practices and field operations
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Experience with project management and reporting tools
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficient in Excel and field reporting systems
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced field environment

Employment Equity: At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Adjustments will be provided throughout the hiring process; applicants should inform us in advance by email if they need accommodations. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion & Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.