Assistant Field Engineer (HOURLY)

Holder Construction; Ashburn (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an Assistant Field Engineer for a full-time role in Ashburn, VA. Responsibilities include operating surveying instruments, interpreting maps, and performing engineering tasks. Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience in construction/surveying, possess strong communication skills, and be able to lift heavy materials. The company offers a competitive compensation package, with benefits including bonuses and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Possess 2 years of construction/surveying experience.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Must have a complete understanding of surveying math.

Responsibilities

• Operate electronic total station and other surveying instruments.
• Read and interpret maps and diagrams.
• Set and mark stakes for construction purposes.

Skills

Construction/surveying experience

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Proficient computer skills

Ability to lift heavy materials

Job description

About Us

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance‑driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit.

With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About the Role

We are looking for an Assistant Field Engineer to join our Operations team on our project in Ashburn, VA. This is a full‑time, in‑person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto‑level, and other surveying instruments.
• Read, review, and interpret maps, drawings, and diagrams.
• Set and mark stakes for slopes, grades, and other construction purposes.
• Determine lines, corners, elevations, grades, alignments, angles, positions and distances. Maintain total station and field book. Maintain survey equipment and tools. Perform related field and office engineering work.

Qualifications

• Possess 2 years of construction/surveying experience.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate and use standard business software and systems.
• Must have a complete of surveying math.
• Must be agile/mobile, remain alert, be able to stand or walk for long periods of time, use fingers, hands & arms to reach, handle and manipulate objects, climb up/down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects.
• Work on uneven surfaces/heights, be able to read/write, and can see & hear well either naturally or with correction.
• Must be able to lift and carry materials of all shapes and sizes weighing 50-100 lbs., 75% of the time.

Preferred

• Individuals must be able to work in an OSHA compliant safety environment.
• Must be able to work outside.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekend hours.
• Punctuality and promptness are required every day.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.