Bridge Construction Field Engineer (Entry Level)

American Bridge Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Bridge Company invites applications for an entry-level Field Engineer on the RFK Bridge rehabilitation project in New York, NY. You will work directly with project engineers and superintendents to support day-to-day field operations and gain hands-on training on a major urban infrastructure project.

You'll track progress, assist with quantity and quality control, coordinate with surveyors and subcontractors, and participate in safety programs to uphold AB's zero-incident culture while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, completed or expected within the year.
• Internship, co‑op, or coursework exposure to heavy‑civil, bridge, or industrial construction is a plus, but not required.
• Basic understanding of construction means, methods, and drawing/plan reading, developed through coursework or hands‑on experience.
• Comfortable working outdoors, at heights, and around active bridge and marine construction operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; familiarity with Microsoft Office is expected, and scheduling software (P6 or similar) is a plus.
• Clear communicator, eager to learn, and works well as part of a jobsite team.
• Willingness to relocate to, or commute regularly to, the New York City jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Support daily field operations, tracking productivity, materials, and equipment against the project schedule.
• Assist with quantity tracking, quality control inspections, and documentation of field work.
• Help prepare and maintain as‑built drawings, RFIs, submittals, and daily field reports.
• Coordinate with surveyors, subcontractors, and craft supervision to keep work areas organized and on sequence.
• Participate in job‑site safety programs, toolbox talks, and inspections, reinforcing AB's zero‑incident safety culture.
• Support scheduling efforts by monitoring progress and flagging constraints to the project team.
• Work closely with the project engineer and superintendent to troubleshoot field issues as they arise.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

P6 Scheduling

Job description

American Bridge Company invites applications for an entry-level Field Engineer on the RFK Bridge rehabilitation project in New York, NY. You will work directly with project engineers and superintendents to support day-to-day field operations and gain hands-on training on a major urban infrastructure project.

You'll track progress, assist with quantity and quality control, coordinate with surveyors and subcontractors, and participate in safety programs to uphold AB's zero-incident culture while