Field Construction Engineer: Site Operations Lead

CDM Smith; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to work in the field at client project sites. You will perform field engineering, site administration, estimating, scheduling, safety adherence, and quality control under general supervision.

Work may be performed from the field or office depending on project needs; travel is required. The position emphasizes coordinating with the site construction lead, managing daily reports, and ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications

Qualifications

• Requires field engineering experience and ability to coordinate site operations.
• Experience with scheduling, daily/quality control reports and documentation is essential.
• Knowledge of drawings/specifications and safety compliance.
• Experience interacting with subcontractors and field leadership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate with the site construction lead on field operations and scheduling.
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to drawings.
• Maintain project records: daily reports, progress photos, and quality inspections.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and ensure contractors use current design revisions.
• Provide professional communication with project management and clients.

Skills

Field engineering

Site administration

Scheduling

Quality control

Safety adherence

Technical direction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with 9+ years experience

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience (Construction Management/Engineering)

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to work in the field at client project sites. You will perform field engineering, site administration, estimating, scheduling, safety adherence, and quality control under general supervision.

Work may be performed from the field or office depending on project needs; travel is required. The position emphasizes coordinating with the site construction lead, managing daily reports, and ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications