Field Engineer

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Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 100,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

EAP

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Training & Continuing Education

Career Path into Leadership

Job summary

JGM is seeking motivated Field Engineers with backgrounds in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Industrial Engineering to support self-perform industrial projects across the United States, primarily east of the Mississippi.

You will work directly with Superintendents, Project Managers, and field leadership on complex projects involving structural steel, mechanical, piping, and heavy industrial construction.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of industrial construction field experience with structural steel, mechanical, piping, or process work.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation.
Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project demands require.
OSHA 30 preferred (OSHA 10 acceptable with plan to obtain OSHA 30).

Responsibilities

Work directly alongside Superintendents and field leadership to support daily site operations from mobilization through turnover.
Assist with crew coordination, manpower planning, subcontractor oversight, and field activity sequencing.
Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, and project schedules; track progress and quality control.
Coordinate material deliveries, equipment usage, and project logistics to maintain schedule.
Attend site meetings, client walkthroughs, and safety initiatives; document daily reports.

Skills

Read drawings

Construction knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/CE/IE

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reports To: Superintendent or Project Manager
Travel Required: Yes - Nationwide Project Assignments

This position is a 75-100% travel. When not on project assignment, employees may work from their nearest office location or from home.

Position Overview

JGM is seeking motivated professionals with backgrounds in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Industrial Engineering to join our team as Field Engineers. In this role, you will support self-perform industrial construction projects throughout the United States, primarily east of the Mississippi, working directly alongside Superintendents, Project Managers, and field leadership on complex projects involving structural steel, mechanical, piping, and heavy industrial construction.

This is a hands-on, site-based position designed for individuals eager to develop into future construction leaders. You will be involved in daily project execution from mobilization through completion, gaining practical experience in fast-paced industrial environments where safety, accountability, and a "whatever it takes" mindset are at the core of everything we do.

This role offers a clear career path into senior field leadership and project management, along with a structured per diem and travel reimbursement package for all project assignments.

Compensation

All Field Engineer positions are salaried/exempt. Salary is determined by experience level at time of hire.

Field Engineer I (recent graduate to 2 years): $65,000-$75,000
Field Engineer II (2-3 Years Experience): $70,000-$85,000
Field Engineer III (3-5 Years Experience): $80,000-$100,000

Annual merit reviews are conducted for all salaried positions. Advancement is based on demonstrated field performance and project responsibility.

Per Diem & Travel Package

$120/day per diem paid 7 days per week while on assignment
100% travel reimbursement to and from project sites

Please note: This position requires travel to and work at project sites for up to 100% of the year, with extended hours for several months at a time. Per diem is provided to support food and lodging costs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Work directly alongside Superintendents and field leadership to support daily site operations and project execution from mobilization through turnover
Assist with crew coordination, manpower planning, subcontractor oversight, and field activity sequencing
Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, and project schedules
Support field quantity tracking, productivity reporting, and installed work verification
Coordinate material deliveries, equipment usage, and project logistics to maintain schedule
Track field progress and communicate updates, delays, and issues to the project management team
Assist with quality control inspections, punch lists, and project turnover documentation
Participate in pre-task planning, job hazard analyses, toolbox talks, and site safety initiatives
Maintain accurate daily reports, field logs, and photo documentation
Attend site meetings, contractor coordination meetings, and client walkthroughs as required
Troubleshoot field issues and assist with resolving real-time construction challenges alongside field leadership

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

Minimum 2 years of industrial construction field experience, preferably in structural steel, mechanical, piping, or process work
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project documentation
OSHA 30 certification preferred (OSHA 10 considered with willingness to obtain OSHA 30)
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced construction environments and adapt to changing field conditions
Willingness to travel nationwide and work extended hours as project demands require

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

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