Entry Level Field Engineer - Kiewit Foundations Co.

ewi Recruitment; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ewi Recruitment is seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to support foundation and heavy civil construction projects from planning to completion. The role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a degree in civil or construction engineering and a strong interest in active construction sites.

You will gain hands-on experience in site operations, project coordination, quality control, reporting, and working with subcontractors, trades, and project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Internship or co-op experience beneficial but not required.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily field activities on active construction sites.
• Review drawings and specifications and monitor subcontractor progress.
• Collect field data, prepare reports, track quantities and production.
• Support material testing and quality inspections.
• Communicate updates to project managers, superintendents, and trade partners.
• Assist with surveying, layout, scheduling, cost tracking, and equipment coordination.
• Document changes or potential impacts to the project.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Drawings interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

CAD software

Construction management software

Scheduling tools

Surveying equipment

Job description

We are seeking an Entry Level Field Engineer to support foundation and heavy civil construction projects from initial planning through completion. This role is suited to a recent graduate or early-career professional with a degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, or a related discipline, along with a strong interest in working on active construction sites. The successful candidate will gain practical experience in site operations, project coordination, quality control, and the delivery of technically demanding foundation systems.

Responsibilities will include assisting with daily field activities, reviewing drawings and specifications, monitoring subcontractor and crew progress, and helping ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project requirements. You will collect and maintain field data, prepare reports, track quantities and production, support material testing and quality inspections, and communicate updates to project managers, superintendents, consultants, and trade partners. The role may also involve assisting with surveying, layout, scheduling, cost tracking, equipment coordination, resolving field issues, and documenting changes or potential impacts to the project.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a comparable technical field, or be on track to complete one. Previous internship, co-op, or construction site experience is beneficial but not essential. Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving, and attention to detail are required, together with the ability to interpret technical drawings and use standard computer applications. Familiarity with construction management software, scheduling tools, surveying equipment, or CAD applications is an advantage. You must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, travel or relocate to project sites as needed, and work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends. A commitment to workplace safety, professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning is essential.