Field Engineer

tutorperini; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor Perini Corporation seeks a Field Engineer for the Newark AirTrain project site at Newark International Airport. A minimum of 3 years of construction experience is required to support field operations, planning, scheduling, and coordination between crews and management.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, tracking progress, managing RFIs, and ensuring quality and safety on site. Structural steel experience and familiarity with industry software are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology or similar.
• Minimum 3 years of construction experience on heavy civil, bridge, transportation, utility, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience working for a civil infrastructure or heavy civil general contractor.
• Experience supporting structural steel fabrication and erection operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of AISC standards and structural steel construction practices.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, HCSS, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or BIM platforms.
• Experience with bridge, transit, rail, airport, marine, or tunnel construction projects.
• EIT certification or pursuit of PE license is preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office; knowledge of Procore, HCSS, Bluebeam, Primavera
• Excellent written and verbal skills

Responsibilities

• Assist project management and field supervision with daily construction operations.
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by subcontractors, suppliers, and self-perform crews.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents for compliance.
• Track project progress and assist with schedule updates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support cost tracking efforts.
• Prepare and maintain daily reports, production reports, and field documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with owners, engineers, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Generate and manage RFIs, submittals, and material tracking logs.
• Support quality control activities and ensure work complies with contract requirements.
• Verify field quantities and assist with project surveying and layout activities.
• Participate in project meetings and document meeting minutes and action items.
• Assist with procurement and delivery coordination of materials and equipment.
• Identify potential project issues and communicate them to project leadership.
• Promote and support all company safety initiatives and project safety programs.

Skills

Reading drawings/contract docs

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology or similar

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Procore

HCSS

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

BIM platforms

Job description

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $135,000 depending on experience

About Tutor Perini Corporation

Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional PerformanceThe world relies on infrastructure - to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation's family of civil construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of infrastructure across our great nation.

We construct and rehabilitate highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. In short, we help our clients make "public works" work. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.

From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects. At Tutor Perini Civil you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of large, high-profile, projects that impact your community.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Newark AirTrain project site at Newark International Airport.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Field Engineer with a minimum of 3 years of construction experience to support field operations. The Field Engineer will assist with project planning, coordination, quality control, documentation, scheduling, and communication between field crews, subcontractors, and project management. Candidates with experience supporting structural steel fabrication and erection are strongly preferred.

Job Description

• Assist project management and field supervision with daily construction operations.
• Coordinate and monitor work performed by subcontractors, suppliers, and self-perform crews.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents for compliance.
• Track project progress and assist with schedule updates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support cost tracking efforts.
• Prepare and maintain daily reports, production reports, and field documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with owners, engineers, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Generate and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and material tracking logs.
• Support quality control activities and ensure work complies with contract requirements.
• Verify field quantities and assist with project surveying and layout activities.
• Participate in project meetings and document meeting minutes and action items.
• Assist with procurement and delivery coordination of materials and equipment.
• Identify potential project issues and communicate them to project leadership.
• Promote and support all company safety initiatives and project safety programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering Technology or similar from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of construction experience on heavy civil, bridge, transportation, utility, or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience working for a civil infrastructure or heavy civil general contractor.
• Experience supporting s tructural steel fabrication and erection operations is preferred .
• Knowledge of AISC standards and structural steel construction practices.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, HCSS, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or BIM platforms.
• Experience with bridge, transit, rail, airport, marine, or tunnel construction projects.
• EIT certification or pursuit of PE license is preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office; knowledge of Procore, HCSS, Bluebeam, Primavera
• Excellent written and verbal skills

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer