Field Engineer: Civil Construction Site Lead

Wildcat Companies; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildcat Construction Co., Inc. in Wichita, KS, USA seeks an on-site Project Engineer to oversee large civil construction projects and ensure adherence to environmental and safety guidelines.

The role blends on-site field work with office duties, requiring hands-on leadership and collaboration with the project team. Responsibilities include submittal tracking, schedule development, quality control coordination, and cost estimation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in construction-related engineering preferred.
• 0-5 years of related field experience.
• Drivers License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and field supervisor in day-to-day pre-construction and construction activities.
• Prepare and track submittals; ensure subcontractor performance per plans and specs.
• Attend weekly/monthly job-site meetings and support project completion.
• Develop schedule plans and progress strategies with the project team.
• Support QA/QC with inspectors to meet design standards.
• Estimate quantities and costs for materials, equipment, or labor.

Skills

Mathematical reasoning

Judgment and decision making

Critical thinking

Excellent oral and written comm.

Inductive reasoning

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or associates in related engineering field

0-5 years’ experience in related field

Job description

Wildcat Construction Co., Inc. in Wichita, KS, USA seeks an on-site Project Engineer to oversee large civil construction projects and ensure adherence to environmental and safety guidelines.

The role blends on-site field work with office duties, requiring hands-on leadership and collaboration with the project team. Responsibilities include submittal tracking, schedule development, quality control coordination, and cost estimation.