Field Engineer — Construction Operations & Safety Leader

GBA Builders; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, accident, and disability

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and flexible time off

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

GBA Builders in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Field Engineer to support our expanding Field Operations team. You’ll help coordinate daily construction activities, promote safety, maintain project documentation, and support project execution across the United States.

Join a team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and commitment, with opportunities to develop construction management and leadership skills while working closely with the Superintendent and project staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, with 1-4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing jobsite conditions, project scopes, and team dynamics.
• Initiative, dependability, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Interest in pursuing learning and professional-development opportunities.
• Basic understanding of emotional intelligence and its impact on yourself and others.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a strong commitment to GBA’s Health and Safety Program.
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety reviews, and training initiatives.
• Support the supervision and coordination of subcontractors and vendors.
• Order materials and schedule deliveries to align with project schedules.
• Prepare detailed work plans and work packages.
• Assist with quality assurance, equipment scheduling, and the interpretation of project drawings and specifications.
• Verify quantity calculations and support field surveying and layout activities.
• Compile and process labor timesheets while maintaining accurate project records.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Attend project meetings and support additional project needs as assigned by project leadership.
• Travel to and from job sites as needed to support field operations.
• Operating a motor vehicle on behalf of the company as an essential function of the role.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

OSHA 30-hour certification

First Aid/CPR certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

GBA Builders in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Field Engineer to support our expanding Field Operations team. You’ll help coordinate daily construction activities, promote safety, maintain project documentation, and support project execution across the United States.

Join a team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and commitment, with opportunities to develop construction management and leadership skills while working closely with the Superintendent and project staff.