Construction Administration Engineer

AG&E; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AG&E Associates is seeking a Construction Administration Engineer to support construction-phase activities on structural projects across the United States. This role conducts onsite observations and site visits under the engineer-of-record, preparing reports and helping resolve field issues.

The ideal candidate holds a PE license, has about five years of construction experience, and can work independently while coordinating with project teams and contractors.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• Minimum 5 years of construction-related experience.
• Experience with site observations for structural systems (steel, cast-in-place concrete).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with project teams.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and resolving disputes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite observations of construction activities under the engineer-of-record.
• Perform site visits to evaluate existing conditions across multiple project types.
• Prepare site observation reports with observations and recommendations.
• Assist in developing solutions to address construction-related issues.
• Track and verify implementation of corrective actions in the field.
• Assist in evaluating change order requests with project engineers.
• Support QA/QC through review of design documents and specifications.
• Facilitate resolution of field issues and disputes between contractors and engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Build Your Future with AG&E

AG&E Associates is seeking a Construction Administration Engineer to support construction-phase activities across a variety of structural projects. This position will support projects located at various locations throughout the United States.

Who We Are

AG&E Associates is a global structural engineering firm headquartered in Dallas, TX. Since 2004, we have expanded to 350+ employees across our locations, driven by a passion for innovation, technical expertise, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite observations of construction activities under the direction of the engineer-of-record
• Perform site visits to evaluate existing conditions across multiple project types to aid the engineer of record in the design of the project.
• Prepare site observation reports documenting observations and recommendations
• Assist in developing solutions to address construction-related issues and deficiencies
• Track and verify implementation of corrective actions in the field
• Assist in the evaluation of change order requests in collaboration with project engineers
• Assist the design engineers in the research of product submissions and alternative details submitted by the contractor.
• Support QA/QC efforts through review of design documents and specifications
• Facilitate resolution of field issues and disputes between contractors and engineers

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum 5 years of construction-related experience
• Experience performing site observations for structural systems, including steel and cast-in-place concrete
• Familiarity with foundation systems and construction methodologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with contractor and engineer coordination or dispute resolution
• Strong technical reporting and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with project teams

Work Environment

• Frequent travel to project sites may be required, including with limited advance notice
• Ability to perform field work and site observations
• Remote work environment with travel as needed

Why Join AG&E

AG&E offers the resources of a global firm with a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on mentorship and professional growth.

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and voluntary benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program