Field Construction Specialist

CDM Smith; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to perform field engineering, site administration, and scheduling at client project sites. You will work under general supervision in the field or office, coordinating with site leads and subcontractors to ensure quality and safety.

The role requires hands-on oversight of daily reports, progress photos, and contract administration, with heavy travel and adherence to project schedules across heavy industrial projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant construction experience.
• Associate degree with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the site construction lead on scheduling, daily reports, quality control reports, conformances to drawings, and communication with subcontractors.
• Oversee subcontractors and construction to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to drawings.
• Ensure work aligns with the project schedule; escalate delays to the Project Construction Manager.
• Write Daily Reports and Quality Inspection Reports for records.
• Take progress photographs of construction events and label them.
• Assist with Monthly Progress Reports.
• Ensure contractors use the latest design drawing revision for construction.
• May provide assistance to the Project Construction Manager.
• May supervise key trades or subcontractors in support of the project.
• Prepare contract extras and progress payments for client approval with the Project Manager.
• Maintain clear correspondence with project management and clients.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree + 6 years of relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of relevant experience

Tools

OSHA 30

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an Intermediate Construction Professional to perform field engineering, site administration, and scheduling at client project sites. You will work under general supervision in the field or office, coordinating with site leads and subcontractors to ensure quality and safety.

The role requires hands-on oversight of daily reports, progress photos, and contract administration, with heavy travel and adherence to project schedules across heavy industrial projects.