Field Engineer

Michael Page; Bellmawr (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Exciting projects in the Tri-State area

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in New Jersey is seeking a Civil Construction Field Engineer to oversee on-site activities and ensure work complies with project plans and safety standards. Key responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, conducting inspections, and resolving technical issues. The ideal candidate should be technically proficient, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem-solver. This position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth in exciting construction projects across the Tri-State area.

Qualifications

• Oversees daily on-site construction activities and ensures compliance with project plans.
• Coordinates with contractors and project managers to resolve technical issues.
• Conducts inspections and verifies quality to meet safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work aligns with project plans and safety standards.
• Review drawings and update project documentation.
• Identify and troubleshoot engineering challenges in real time.
• Reviews drawings, reports field conditions, and updates documentation for accurate records.
• Troubleshoots engineering challenges in real time to keep projects moving.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Proactive problem-solving

Highly organized

Safety-driven

Adaptable under pressure

Team-oriented leadership

Job description

A civil construction field engineer oversees on‑site construction activities, ensuring that work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with project plans and specifications. They coordinate with contractors, monitor progress, solve technical issues in the field, and verify that materials and workmanship meet required standards.

Our client is a long‑established, privately owned construction firm based in New Jersey, specializing in structural steel erection, precast concrete work, bridge rehabilitation, steel fabrication, and tower crane services. The company has operated for over 90 years, contributing to major projects across the East Coast, including high‑rise, infrastructure, and commercial developments.

Description

• Oversees daily on‑site construction activities to ensure work aligns with project plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Coordinates with contractors, subcontractors, and project managers to keep schedules on track and resolve technical issues.
• Conducts inspections, monitors construction progress, and verifies the quality of materials and workmanship.
• Reviews drawings, reports field conditions, and updates documentation to maintain accurate project records.
• Identifies and troubleshoots engineering challenges in real time to keep the project moving efficiently.
• Ensures compliance with local codes, environmental regulations, and company safety procedures.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

• Technically proficient - fully understands engineering drawings, specifications, materials, and construction methods, allowing them to make informed on‑site decisions.
• Strong communicator - collaborates effectively with contractors, inspectors, designers, and project managers to keep everyone aligned and informed.
• Detail‑oriented and quality‑focused - consistently monitors workmanship and materials to ensure the project meets safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Proactive problem‑solver - quickly identifies issues in the field and implements practical, safe solutions that minimize delays and cost impacts.
• Highly organized - maintains accurate documentation, field reports, and progress updates to support smooth project execution.
• Safety‑driven - actively promotes and enforces safe work practices, recognizing risks before they escalate.
• Adaptable under pressure - remains calm and effective despite shifting conditions, tight schedules, or unexpected complications.
• Team‑oriented leader - motivates crews, builds trust, and fosters a cooperative environment to achieve shared project goals.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range dependent upon experience.
• Opportunities for bonus and additional compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package included in the offer.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Be part of a reputable organization in the Property industry.
• Work on exciting construction projects in the Tri-State area.
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.