Field Engineer

Acciona; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Field Engineer to support the SR400 Express Lanes project in Atlanta, GA. You will coordinate field activities, review shop drawings, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on a multi-billion infrastructure program.

The role requires a Civil Engineering related degree and 1+ year in field engineering or heavy civil work; familiarity with GDOT specs and Procore/Bluebeam is a plus. Relocation assistance may be available for approved assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• At least 1 year of field engineering or construction experience on heavy civil or DOT projects.
• Valid driver's license and ability to access active work zones safely.
• Familiarity with GDOT specs, AASHTO guidelines, and traffic control standards.
• Proficient with construction documents, layout, and field reporting tools.
• Experience with Procore, CMiC, or similar document management platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of scheduling software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily meetings with field crews to verify schedule, deliveries, and equipment.
• Assist in field layout planning, utility marking, and permit tracking.
• Analyze shop drawings, submittals, specs, and contracts to identify conflicts.
• Record daily quantities and costs using SR400 WBS.
• Monitor progress and flag delays; contribute to lookahead updates.
• Document timecards, production tracking, RFIs, and field memos.
• Support JHAs, safety inspections, and environmental compliance.
• Prepare reports, inspection requests, and quality checklists; assist inspections.
• Coordinate with subcontractors on sequencing, logistics, safety.
• Aid in closeout by reconciling quantities and completing punch lists.

Skills

Field engineering

Construction management

Civil engineering

DOT projects

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

Procore

CMiC

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

HCSS

Microsoft Office

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. Construction is set to begin in late 2025, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

We are looking for a Field Engineer to support construction operations, coordinate field activities, and ensure project success.

Job Description

• Conduct daily meetings with field crews to confirm schedule alignment, material deliveries, and equipment availability.
• Assist in field layout planning, utility marking coordination, and permit tracking before work zone mobilization.
• Analyze shop drawings, submittals, specifications, and contracts; identify conflicts between field conditions and design.
• Record daily production quantities and costs using SR400’s Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Evaluate progress and alert supervisors to delays; contribute to weekly 3-week lookahead updates and schedule adjustments.
• Document daily activities, including timecards, production tracking, RFIs, and field memos using Procore, Bluebeam, and HCSS.
• Support Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety inspections, and compliance with environmental standards.
• Assist in preparing reports, inspection requests, and quality control checklists; participate in inspections.
• Coordinate with subcontractors on work sequencing, logistics, and safety plan compliance.
• Aid in project closeout by reconciling quantities, completing punch lists, and compiling documentation.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline required.
• Minimum 1+ year of field engineering or construction experience in heavy civil or DOT projects.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to access active work zones safely.
• Familiarity with GDOT Standard Specifications, AASHTO guidelines, and traffic control standards.
• Strong working knowledge of construction documents, layout, and field reporting tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and scheduling software (Primavera P6 is a plus).
• Experience with document management platforms (Procore, CMiC, or similar).

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company’s commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.