Field Engineer

Henkels & McCoy, Inc.; Farmingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility construction firm is seeking a Field Engineer I to ensure compliance with construction project activities. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and execution, support project performance, and communicate risks to management. A BS degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required, along with exposure to the construction or utility industry. This is a full-time, entry-level position with a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with construction processes and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, quality control, and completion of construction work.
• Ensure compliance with Project Management Methodology and safety protocols.
• Support management of overall project performance.
• Communicate project risks to the Project Manager.

Skills

Exposure to construction or utility industry

Problem-solving skills

Experience with MS Office Suite

Education

BS degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

The Field Engineer I assists in ensuring construction project activities comply with company and contract requirements and supports the overall project schedule by providing technical support for construction, including participation in planning, execution, quality control, and completion of the work. This role also assists in ensuring compliance with the Henkels & McCoy Project Management Methodology and upholds H&M safety and quality management protocols. The Field Engineer I contributes to the management of overall project performance and assists in identifying potential stakeholder conflicts. They are responsible for communicating project risks to the PM as they arise and assisting in the development of appropriate risk mitigation steps. This role contributes to the management of overall project performance and supports team goals, roles, protocols, and business relationships aligned with high-performance requirements and the company strategy. The ideal candidate will lead by example with trust and candor, maintain personal accountability, and communicate assertively and constructively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, quality control, and completion of construction work.
• Ensure compliance with the Project Management Methodology and safety/quality protocols.
• Support management of overall project performance and identify potential stakeholder conflicts.
• Communicate project risks to the Project Manager and assist in developing mitigation steps.
• Help ensure team goals, roles, protocols, and business relationships align with high-performance requirements and company strategy.
• Lead by example, maintain accountability, and communicate constructively.

Qualifications

• Exposure to construction or utility industry.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Varied to broad problem-solving skills.
• Minimum Educational Background: BS degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business and/or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum Years of Relevant Experience: 0-2.

Employment details

• Base pay range: $55,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Project Management
• Industries: Construction

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is a leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure for the power, oil & gas pipeline, telecommunications, and gas distribution markets throughout North America. The company emphasizes safety, diversity, and growth opportunities, and is a subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ).