Field Construction Observer - Growth & Mentorship

Thomas & Hutton; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision and Rx coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a Construction Observation role to support land development projects. You will gain hands-on field experience while building a foundation in construction observation and project administration.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, contractors, and clients, and participate in meetings, documentation, and site visits to ensure progress and compliance. A construction management degree or related experience is preferred; sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a Construction Management degree or a High School Diploma with relevant construction experience.
• Experience in construction observation, construction management, or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with erosion, sedimentation, and pollution-control practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observation services for land development projects (utility installation, grading, drainage, pavement).
• Serve as liaison between Project Managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Assist with administration of construction contracts and project documentation.
• Review project conditions and communicate field observations to the project team.
• Prepare project-related correspondence, reports, and documentation.
• Attend meetings with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Visit project sites regularly to monitor construction progress and compliance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Independent & collaborative work

Engineering plans reading

Education

Construction Management degree

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Job description

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a Construction Observation role to support land development projects. You will gain hands-on field experience while building a foundation in construction observation and project administration.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, engineers, contractors, and clients, and participate in meetings, documentation, and site visits to ensure progress and compliance. A construction management degree or related experience is preferred; sponsorship is not provided.