Field Engineer: Heavy Civil Construction & Site Leadership

Zachry Construction Corporation; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus Program

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development

Job summary

Zachry Construction Corporation is hiring a Field Engineer to support field operations on heavy civil projects across the United States. You will work closely with project engineers, superintendents, and foremen to ensure work is executed safely, accurately, and efficiently from concept to completion.

The role offers opportunities to grow into leadership positions, with exposure to quantity takeoffs, cost reporting, scheduling, and quality control in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in heavy highway, road, or bridge construction (internship or field experience a plus).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with construction software tools such as Bluebeam and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Plan, track, and execute field activities with superintendents and foremen.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, cost reporting, and materials tracking.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to maintain schedule and budget.
• Participate in work planning, project documentation, and progress meetings.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control processes on site.
• Assist with change orders, cost reporting, and close-out documentation.
• Support safety culture so every worker goes home safely.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zachry Construction Corporation is hiring a Field Engineer to support field operations on heavy civil projects across the United States. You will work closely with project engineers, superintendents, and foremen to ensure work is executed safely, accurately, and efficiently from concept to completion.

The role offers opportunities to grow into leadership positions, with exposure to quantity takeoffs, cost reporting, scheduling, and quality control in a dynamic construction environment.