Field Engineer & Engineering Assistant, NH/ME

Turner Construction Company; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a field operations assistant to support on-site construction activities in Maine and New Hampshire. You will help gather and coordinate information to ensure work aligns with contract documents, safety standards, schedules, and quality expectations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and initiative, with responsibilities spanning layout, safety program support, document control, daily reports, and coordination across subcontractors and drawings.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Initiative

Computer proficiency

Education

Two years of college education in Engineering, Construction or relevant education

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking a field operations assistant to support on-site construction activities in Maine and New Hampshire. You will help gather and coordinate information to ensure work aligns with contract documents, safety standards, schedules, and quality expectations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and initiative, with responsibilities spanning layout, safety program support, document control, daily reports, and coordination across subcontractors and drawings.