Entry-Level Field Engineer - Data Center Projects

Harder Mechanical Contractors Inc; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Retirement package with company match

Profit sharing

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Harder Mechanical Contractors is seeking a Field Engineer to support the construction of a large-scale data center in rural Texas. This entry-level role offers the path to a project management career, with emphasis on safety, planning, and coordination with field teams.

You will review drawings, quantify scopes, monitor progress, and maintain documentation while learning Lean construction practices and cost estimation. Travel to other regions may be required; a valid driver license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Internship or practical exposure to construction or engineering is preferred.
• Ability to learn safety policies and project standards quickly.

Responsibilities

• Learn, follow, and promote Harder’s safety policies and protocols.
• Review construction drawings and compile project scope and quantities.
• Resolve engineering issues through communication with design engineers, owner representatives, and fellow team members.
• Monitor field construction and ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Engage in work sequence planning.
• Prepare and monitor work packages, including labor and cost estimates.
• Track construction progress and update status weekly.
• Organize project records in an effective document control system.
• Estimate future work.
• Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

LEAN construction

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Internship experience in construction/engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Harder Mechanical Contractors is seeking a Field Engineer to support the construction of a large-scale data center in rural Texas. This entry-level role offers the path to a project management career, with emphasis on safety, planning, and coordination with field teams.

You will review drawings, quantify scopes, monitor progress, and maintain documentation while learning Lean construction practices and cost estimation. Travel to other regions may be required; a valid driver license is required.