Field Coordinator

Jacobs; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Field Coordinator in Charlotte, NC to support onsite coordination and construction activity tracking across assigned projects. The role involves monitoring field progress, facilitating communication among stakeholders, and ensuring quality observation.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of field experience. Benefits include health care, 401(k), and paid time off.

The salary range for this position is $66,000 to $95,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field experience in construction.
• Relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Support coordination of day-to-day field activities.
• Serve as a field liaison between Project Management and stakeholders.
• Monitor field progress and support tracking of milestones.
• Assist with coordination of inspections and turnover activities.

Skills

Field experience

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world\'s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Jacobs is actively supporting and pursuing K-12 capital program and facilities opportunities throughout the Southeast region, including major school districts and capital improvement initiatives in Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Tennessee, and surrounding markets.

Positions within this staffing framework may support program management, planning, controls, design management, construction oversight, activation, and operational support services across multiple regional opportunities and client programs.

Candidates are encouraged to identify in their cover letter:

• Geographic areas where they are interested in working.
• Whether they are seeking local, regional, or travel-based assignments.
• Areas of technical expertise and program delivery interest.
• Availability timing and preferred assignment types.

The Field Coordinator supports onsite coordination, field observation, operational communication, and construction activity tracking across assigned projects. The role serves as a key field-level liaison between project management, contractors, district departments, inspectors, consultants, and facility stakeholders.

The position supports project execution by monitoring field progress, facilitating communication, identifying issues, and supporting operational coordination during construction and activation activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support coordination of day-to-day field activities across assigned projects.
• Serve as a field liaison between Project Management, contractors, consultants, district departments, and facility stakeholders.
• Monitor field progress and support tracking of schedule milestones, site conditions, and operational constraints.
• Assist with coordination of inspections, testing, turnover activities, and occupancy readiness.
• Support quality observation activities and document field conditions, issues, and progress.
• Coordinate communication regarding field issues, operational impacts, and unresolved items.
• Support contractor coordination and onsite stakeholder communication.
• Assist with punch list tracking, activation support, and closeout activities.
• Maintain organized field documentation and reporting.
• Support identification and escalation of field risks, safety concerns, and operational conflicts.

Program Focus

• Field Coordination
• Construction Observation
• Operational Communication
• Quality Support
• Site Logistics
• Activation Support
• Progress Tracking

Here\'s what you\'ll need

• Associate\'s degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Construction, or related field. Relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis where permitted by client requirements. Equivalent combinations of education, military service, technical training, certifications, and directly related experience may be considered.
• 5+ years field experience
• Valid driver\'s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 30, ICC

Related Experience

• Construction observation

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $66,000.00 to $95,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on June 09, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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