Civil Field Engineer

AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Weekly team lunches

Job summary

AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC is seeking a Civil Engineer to lead onsite grading, foundations, drainage, and road work on utility-scale solar, BESS, and wind projects. You will oversee surveys, QA/QC, and coordination with EPCs and contractors while ensuring safety and schedule adherence.

The role is full-time and onsite with travel across the United States. A Civil Engineering background and OSHA 10 are preferred, with strong communication and documentation skills essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Experience with solar, BESS, or wind projects.
• Ability to coordinate multiple trades in a fast-paced field environment.
• Strong communication with EPC partners, utilities, and internal teams.
• OSHA 10 safety training completed.
• Willing to travel across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day onsite oversight of grading, roads, foundations, and drainage.
• Oversee survey and earthwork activities for accuracy and alignment with plans.
• Ensure quality through inspections, QA/QC, and compliance with specifications.
• Coordinate civil subcontractors, schedules, and safety on site.
• Manage delivery, staging, and tracking of Owner Supplied Equipment and materials.
• Maintain accurate project documentation of site conditions and decisions.
• Serve as the onsite representative to clients, utilities, AHJs, EPCs, and contractors.
• Mentor junior field staff and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction coordination

Communication

Documentation

OSHA 10

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Construction scheduling tools

Job description

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands‑on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

We are looking for a Civil Engineer with strong civil and site development experience to support utility‑scale renewable projects including solar, BESS, and wind. In this role, you'll lead onsite oversight of grading, roads, foundations, and drainage activities, ensure work aligns with plans and specifications, support QA/QC efforts, and help keep construction activities safe, efficient, and on schedule. You'll coordinate with EPC partners and subcontractors, support inspections and site walks, resolve field issues, and maintain clear documentation while serving as EPS' onsite representative.

Location & Travel Requirement: This is a full‑time, onsite role. Candidates must be available to work five days per week at project sites in the outside the greater Phoenix area.

What You’ll Do

• Leading day‑to‑day onsite oversight of grading, roads, foundations, drainage, and other civil construction activities on utility‑scale renewable energy projects.
• Overseeing survey and earthwork activities to ensure accuracy and alignment with project plans and specifications.
• Ensuring civil and structural quality through inspections, QA/QC efforts, and compliance with project specifications.
• Overseeing civil subcontractors, coordinating schedules, and ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule.
• Monitoring the delivery, staging, and tracking of Owner Supplied Equipment and civil materials onsite.
• Managing civil NCRs and corrective actions, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking.
• Supporting inspections, punch walks, permit closeouts, and compliance activities.
• Conducting regular site walks to monitor installation progress, identify potential issues, and help keep projects on schedule.
• Reviewing work plans, construction methods, safety procedures, and schedules for civil and general construction activities.
• Maintaining accurate project documentation related to site conditions, inspections, field decisions, and project progress.
• Serving as EPS' onsite representative while building strong working relationships with clients, utilities, AHJs, EPCs, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Supporting team development by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior field staff, and contributing to operational improvement efforts.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Experienced construction professional with a civil engineering background and familiarity with solar, BESS, or wind projects.
• Skilled at coordinating multiple trades and managing civil scopes including grading, earthwork, foundations, and drainage in a fast‑paced field environment.
• Strong communicator who builds trust with EPC partners, utilities, and internal teams.
• You have a “Do what needs to be done” mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
• Excellent at documenting meetings, decisions, and site changes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe, and construction scheduling tools.
• Able to pass a background check, motor vehicle screening, and pre‑employment drug test.
• Safety trained for field work (OSHA 10).
• Willing and able to travel to project sites across the United States.

Nice to Have

• EIT or PE licensure.
• Experience with utility‑scale solar, BESS, or wind construction.
• Familiarity with survey and earthwork coordination on large‑scale projects.
• Experience managing NCRs, corrective actions, and turnover documentation.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

• Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands‑on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• Respect for Your Time: We value work‑life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well‑being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.

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