Field Engineer — Civil Construction & Field Ops

Gibraltar Fabrication, LLC.; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibraltar Fabrication, LLC. in Brownsville, Texas is seeking a Field Engineer to support heavy civil and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to ensure field work follows plans, specifications, and quality standards, acting as a key link between field and project teams.

The role emphasizes earthwork, utilities, documentation, and public agency compliance. A Civil Engineering degree and 1–3 years of field experience are preferred, with Procore

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 1–3 years of experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction preferred.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and drawings in Procore.
• Familiarity with public works standards (DOT, municipal, AASHTO, FHWA).
• Field experience supporting earthwork, utilities, or site development projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with Project Managers and Superintendents to support field operations.
• Review drawings and specifications to verify field compliance.
• Support layout verification and line/grade checks.
• Assist with earthwork, utilities, drainage and related infrastructure work.
• Perform quantity take-offs, track installed quantities, and support pay applications and cost tracking.
• Coordinate materials testing activities.
• Inspect materials and workmanship to verify compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.
• Interface with field crews, subcontractors, inspectors, utility agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Support safety compliance related to trenching, traffic control, and work around heavy equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, and field documentation.
• Identify field issues proactively and assist with resolution, including support for change order documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of workplans and JHAs.

Skills

Field operations

Reading drawings

Procore

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation

MS Word

MS Excel

Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Gibraltar Fabrication, LLC. in Brownsville, Texas is seeking a Field Engineer to support heavy civil and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to ensure field work follows plans, specifications, and quality standards, acting as a key link between field and project teams.

The role emphasizes earthwork, utilities, documentation, and public agency compliance. A Civil Engineering degree and 1–3 years of field experience are preferred, with Procore