Construction Project Field Engineer

Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction; Perry (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

ESOP

License reimbursement

Industry association reimbursement

Internal training programs

Leadership development

Educational assistance

Job summary

Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction is seeking a Project Field Engineer to join our construction team across the United States. You will support the Site Superintendent and Project Manager to coordinate field activities, maintain schedules, budgets, and quality objectives on large projects.

Candidates should have 1–4 years of field experience, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of field experience on large projects

Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains and enhances client, subcontractor and vendor relationships
• Assures construction schedules are maintained by trade contractors
• Updates and reviews project and 3-week look-ahead schedules, daily reports, safety checklists, and ensures onsite adherence to company policies
• Coordinates the construction sequence of contractors for assigned trades
• Maintains quality control by frequent and regular inspection of work in progress and completed projects
• Prepares daily photos of construction progress
• Maintains construction safety and administers company and OSHA compliance program
• Supports and coordinates interface between design and field construction
• Maintains updated set of site drawings
• Prepares required field documentation and reports (monthly, weekly and daily)
• Resolves field coordination issues among contractors

Skills

Field construction experience

MS Office

MS Project

Procore

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

Job description

Project Field Engineer

Epstein is seeking a Project Field Engineer to join our growing Construction team. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Epstein is an established and highly respected Construction, Architecture, and Engineering firm with over 100 years of experience. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Raleigh, and Warsaw, Poland, Epstein delivers innovative, sustainable, and best-in‑class project solutions across a wide range of industries. We are proud to be a 100% employee‑owned company (ESOP), creating a culture where employees are invested in the firm’s success. Our firm is deeply committed to community service, green initiatives, and sustainable design.

Overview

Our Project Engineers are onsite at large construction projects throughout the United States. The Project Engineer supports the Site Superintendent and Project Manager in effectively coordinating job site activities in a manner that ensures successful project completion in the field through adherence to project schedules, budgets and quality objectives.

Experience with diverse project types including large scale industrial projects such as warehouse/distribution, manufacturing and food processing facilities is a plus. Design‑build experience is preferred, but not necessary.

General Responsibilities

• Develops, maintains and enhances client, subcontractor and vendor relationships
• Assures construction schedules are maintained by trade contractors
• Updates and reviews project and 3‑week look‑ahead schedules, daily reports, safety checklists, and ensures onsite adherence to company policies
• Coordinates the construction sequence of contractors for assigned trades
• Maintains quality control by frequent and regular inspection of work in progress and completed projects
• Prepares daily photos of construction progress
• Maintains construction safety and administers company and OSHA compliance program
• Supports and coordinates interface between design and field construction
• Maintains updated set of site drawings
• Prepares required field documentation and reports (monthly, weekly and daily)
• Resolves field coordination issues among contractors

What We Are Looking For

• 1-4 years of field experience on large projects for a General Contractor or Construction Manager
• Bachelor Degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of field construction: systems, practices, safety and procedures
• Working knowledge of general engineering principals and construction techniques, materials, methods, and sequencing
• Knowledge of basic scheduling techniques (i.e., Critical Path Method)
• Ability to interpret construction documents
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving, initiative, and teamwork skills
• Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, Procore (preferred)
• 30 hour OSHA certification (preferred)

Benefits

Epstein offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance
• Flexible benefit plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off and paid holidays

To help secure our employees’ financial future, we offer both a 401(k) plan and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Additionally, We Encourage Professional Growth Through

• Professional license reimbursement
• Industry association reimbursement
• Internal training programs
• Leadership development programs
• Educational assistance

Compensation

Individual compensation is determined by several factors, including education, experience, training, qualifications, skill sets, licensure/certifications, and location. Employees are also eligible for discretionary annual bonuses based on both company and individual performance. The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $90,000 annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Epstein is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide fair and equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, genetics, gender identity, transgender status, or other non‑merit factors. Epstein hires and promotes individuals solely based on their qualifications. Epstein is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

For more information about our firm, please visit www.epsteinglobal.com.