Field Civil Technician: Construction Observation & Surveys (Hybrid)

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Hybrid Work Program

Paid Time Off

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join our team in Champaign, IL.

The role offers field-based construction observation for municipal and private projects, including roadways, water, and wastewater improvements, with coordination across contractors, clients, and consultants. Qualified candidates will perform as-built surveys, verify materials, and assist in shop drawing reviews while collaborating with Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science with emphasis in civil construction or equivalent experience.
• 3–8 years of related civil engineering project experience.
• Hardworking, inquisitive, and the desire to understand how things work.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite construction observation and documentation for civil municipal and private projects.
• Monitor the work relative to schedule and budget, and provide status updates to PM and Client.
• Verify construction materials and items conform to plans and specs.
• Document construction activities and quantities for pay requests.
• Perform as-built surveys using GPS and Robotic Total Station.
• Review shop drawings and assist in project documentation and reporting.
• Communicate with supervisors, contractors, and clients.
• Work in a team environment across various project types in Civil Engineering.

Skills

Construction observation

Documentation

GPS surveying

Shop drawings review

Client coordination

Field work

Education

Associate’s degree in civil construction/construction management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MicroStation

Job description

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Civil Engineering Technician to join our team in Champaign, IL.

The role offers field-based construction observation for municipal and private projects, including roadways, water, and wastewater improvements, with coordination across contractors, clients, and consultants. Qualified candidates will perform as-built surveys, verify materials, and assist in shop drawing reviews while collaborating with Project Managers.