Field Engineer - Geotechnical Foundations (Travel)

Veit; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including medical/ded

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Veit is seeking a Field Engineer to bridge field operations and project management for deep foundation and related geotechnical projects. The role involves coordinating execution, tracking production, managing documentation, and supporting cost control on projects across the United States.

You will travel 80-100% to job sites nationwide, work with Project Managers and Superintendents, and ensure safety and adherence to specifications while contributing to successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in construction management, engineering or related field or 4+ years of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and effective communication with internal/external customers.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and respond to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage project management & coordination, track project costs and schedule.
• Prepare, review, and approve supplier purchase orders and change orders.
• Identify permits, safety observations and ensure site safety compliance.
• Maintain submittal/RFI logs and distribute drawings to staff and field personnel.
• Facilitate meetings with clients, owners, and project teams; maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Assist in drafting subcontractor/P.O. agreements and coordinate engineering deliverables.

Skills

Project management

MS Office

Communication

Supervisory skills

Construction software

Budgeting

Scheduling

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree or higher in construction management, engineering or related field

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

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Veit is seeking a Field Engineer to bridge field operations and project management for deep foundation and related geotechnical projects. The role involves coordinating execution, tracking production, managing documentation, and supporting cost control on projects across the United States.

You will travel 80-100% to job sites nationwide, work with Project Managers and Superintendents, and ensure safety and adherence to specifications while contributing to successful project delivery.