Field Engineer - Houston, TX

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

Ceco Concrete Construction is seeking a Field Engineer in Houston to develop future field leadership through hands-on experience and training in construction management. You will work closely with seasoned superintendents and field crews to plan, coordinate, and supervise projects, with a clear path toward a Job Superintendent position.

You will assist in daily operations, learn layout and RFIs, shadow supervisors, and participate in safety and training sessions while advancing your construction

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering or related field.
• 1–2 years of construction-related experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Willingness to travel and stay on projects away from home office.
• Proficiency with construction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily construction site operations, including scheduling, logistics, and subcontractor coordination.
• Observe and engage with field layout team to read and interpret drawings, understand RFIs and layout equipment.
• Shadow Assistant Superintendents to learn formwork installation, crew management, scheduling, and building processes.
• Work with crews to learn manpower planning for framing, decking, stripping, columns, and walls.
• Attend daily site meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination meetings with customers and suppliers.
• Learn construction management software and systems for scheduling, RFIs, submittals, and documentation.
• Participate in training with Safety, Formwork Engineering, and Yard Management teams.
• Partner with Job Superintendents to increase knowledge of crew management and customer management.
• Contribute to projects by completing daily logs, setting up concrete orders, processing new hires and payroll, and leading weekly planning meetings.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Construction management degree

Civil engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Culture

We are a team of engineers, managers, and builders who are down to earth and stand behind our word. We value respect and honesty, finding a better way, dirty boots, and a job well done. We trust our people to persevere and do their best for one another and for our clients. In return, we will make their time with us worthwhile. Most importantly, our people count on and believe in one another and know our success depends on our frontline workers building great projects that reflect our values and vision.

Role Overview

The Field Engineer position is designed to develop future field leadership through hands‑on experience and training in all aspects of construction management. This position works closely with experienced superintendents and field crews to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to plan, coordinate, and supervise construction projects. This is a leadership development opportunity with a defined path toward a Job Superintendent position.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily construction site operations, including scheduling, logistics, and subcontractor coordinator.
• Observe and engage with field layout team to become proficient at reading, comparing, and understanding all disciplines of drawings and gain knowledge of RFI process and layout equipment.
• Shadow Assistant Superintendents to gain better understanding of formwork installation, crew management, scheduling, and building processes.
• Work alongside various crews to learn basic manpower planning for framing, decking, stripping, columns, and walls.
• Attend and contribute to daily site meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination meetings with customers and suppliers.
• Learn construction management software and systems used for scheduling, RFIs, submittals, and documentation.
• Participate in multiple training sessions with Ceco's Safety, Formwork Engineering, and Yard Management teams and perform functions of each team.
• Partner with Job Superintendents to increase knowledge of crew management, resources sharing, and customer management.
• Contribute to projects by completing daily logs, setting up concrete orders, processing new hires and payroll, and leading weekly planning meetings with crew leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, related degree, and/or one to two years of equivalent work experience.
• Internship or 1-2yrs of experience in a construction-related role is preferred.
• Basic understanding of construction processes and terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.
• Working knowledge of safety and relevant OSHA requirements and regulations.
• Ability to travel and work for extended periods of time on projects away from home office is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with construction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, etc.) is a plus.

What We Can Offer You:

• Inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid Disability and Life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution of up to $1,000 per year
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program including discounts with major vendors & products
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a stable well-established organization
• Tuition reimbursement program and access to LinkedIn Learning course

Ceco Concrete Construction is an EqualOpportunity Employer.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.