Field Engineer - Commercial Select Projects Construction

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Annual bonus

401(k)

Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. in Maine seeks a Field Engineer to support field operations across our Commercial Select Projects portfolio, including housing, hospitality, higher education, and healthcare.

This role offers growth while contributing to notable, high-visibility buildings that shape communities. You will work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to track progress, manage documentation, coordinate with design teams and vendors, and help ensure safety and quality on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 1–3 years of construction-related experience preferred; internships or co-ops valued.
• Familiarity with construction processes, materials, and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans and specs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of project management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support field operations and assist in planning and execution from start to finish.
• Track progress, maintain schedules, logistics plans, and look-ahead schedules.
• Manage project documentation: RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, daily reports.
• Assist with site layout, quality control, and subcontractor coordination.
• Participate in jobsite meetings and support safety compliance.
• Coordinate with design teams, vendors, and utilities to keep work progressing.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure quality and adherence to specs.
• Assist with closeouts by monitoring progress and starting closeout procedures early.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Reading plans

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

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Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maine’s construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients' goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance. Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment, essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maine's great spaces.

Job Overview

Join our Commercial Select Projects division and help bring some of Maine’s most recognizable buildings to life. From housing and hospitality to higher education and healthcare, our diverse portfolio offers the opportunity to work on impactful, high-visibility projects that shape communities.

As a Field Engineer, you will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foreman to support field operations and ensure project success. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn and grow while contributing to high-quality projects.

Job Requirements

• Support Superintendents and Project Managers by completing a variety of technical field-based project management functions and assisting in the planning and execution of construction projects from start to finish.
• Track project progress and help maintain schedules, logistics plans, and look-ahead schedules.
• Assist in managing project documentation: RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and daily reports.
• Support daily field operations including project layout, quality control, and subcontractor coordination.
• Participate in jobsite meetings, assist with issue resolution, and help maintain safety compliance.
• Coordinate with design teams, vendors, and utility providers to keep work progressing smoothly.
• Oversee the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications.
• Assist with project closeouts by monitoring progress and ensuring that closeout procedures are started early and completed thoroughly at each step.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Education, Experience, And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (recent graduates are encouraged to apply).
• One to three years of construction-related experience preferred; internships, co-ops, or academic project experience are highly valued.
• Familiarity with construction processes, materials, and safety standards gained through academic projects, internships or previous experience.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and carpentry equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Excels in a dynamic, collaborative, fast-paced, small-team environment where flexibility is key.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills to manage projects from start to finish while working under pressure of deadlines.
• Eager to learn with the ability to quickly adopt new concepts.
• Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills interacting with all levels of internal staff, clients, architects, vendors, subcontractors, and other business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and knowledge of project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, and Bluebeam) is a plus.

Pay and Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP!

In addition to the many benefits of employee-ownership, we offer competitive pay and excellent benefits including an annual bonus pay plan, 401(k) retirement plan with match, insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident), paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 Annually

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors or other status protected by law.