Field Engineer - 2026 College Recruiting (Denver)

Turner Construction Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness benefits

Identity theft protection

Life insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Long-term disability coverage

Paid vacation

Wellness/sick time

Holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

End of year appreciation pay

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Denver is seeking a field operations assistant to help obtain, evaluate, and coordinate information for construction, ensuring safety, schedule, and quality. Reports to the Project Superintendent, with duties across line and grade work, site safety, document control, and DCR preparation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, proactive learning, and clear communication, with a broad benefits package and a non-remote, on-site work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education in Engineering, Construction or relevant field.
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team.
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications.
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired.

Responsibilities

• Assigned to a field operations team to assist in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating information needed to construct the project.
• Support safety program implementation and ensure compliance with Turner safety standards.
• Review contract drawings, specifications and shop drawings for proper coordination.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR's) and project as-builts.
• Support maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents.
• Assist with site activities to maintain quality and schedule.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure safety and quality adherence.
• Assist in protection and promotion of Turner interests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Microsoft Office

Scheduling basics

Education

Two years of college education in Engineering/Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Now that you've graduated, picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others - Turner is where you will achieve that dream. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings.

For the past 50 years, Turner's Denver office has helped shape our local skyline with projects such as Meow Wolf, Sports Authority Field at Mile High, and Rocky Mountain Regional Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Denver’s current working portfolio includes everything from data centers and elaborate healthcare renovations to commercial spaces.

Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner?

This is not a remote/hybrid position and will be based in a Turner office or project location.

This position will be posted for 60 days.

Position Description:

Assigned to a field operations team to assist in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating information needed to construct the project in accordance with contract documents and to assure work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible.

Reports to: Project Superintendent or Superintendents

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control as required.
• Assist in implementation of site safety program as required.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Assist in preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR's).
• Review work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in preparation of project as-builts.
• Assist in protection and promotion of interests of Turner and in related matters.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 76,000.00 - 76,000.00 USD annualized.

Benefits:

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• wellness benefits
• voluntary legal plan
• identity theft
• life insurance
• short-term disability coverage
• long-term disability coverage

Additional Benefits:

• paid vacation
• wellness/sick time
• holidays
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement
• employee referral bonuses
• end of year appreciation pay

Qualifications:

• Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction or relevant education
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.