Field Engineer I - Construction - MI

Spicer Group; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Holidays

Sick and Vacation Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Spicer Group is seeking a Field Engineer to support construction administration and inspection on public and private projects. This on-site role verifies conformance with plans, interprets specifications, and documents daily activities for the Project Manager.

You will prepare sketches, coordinate with clients and contractors, and help maintain safety and quality standards while following company procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Industry certifications as region requires.

Responsibilities

• Observes work in progress to verify conformance with specifications.
• Prepares sketches of construction installations and incorporates changes into master plans.
• Maintains daily inspection reports for construction activities.
• Serves as liaison between client, contractor, and project manager.
• Oversees and provides direction to other construction services technicians.
• Reports to project manager and construction manager.

Skills

Field inspection

Construction liaison

Sketching drawings

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

FIELD ENGINEER ICONSTRUCTION SERVICESMICHIGANPOSITION SUMMARYSpicer Group is seeking an experienced construction Field Engineer to support construction administration and inspection services on a variety of public and private infrastructure projects. This position serves as a key on-site representative, observing work in progress to verify conformance with plans and specifications; interpreting requirements related to materials and workmanship; documenting daily inspection activities; and communicating field conditions, issues, and progress to the Project Manager and Construction Manager.The Field Engineer works independently on projects with complex features, collaborates in project meetings, coordinates with clients and contractors as a liaison, and prepares sketches and record information to incorporate field changes into master plans while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and company standards.THE COMPANYSpicer Group is a multi-disciplinary engineering, surveying, and planning company. With offices in Michigan, Ohio, and Georgia, Spicer Group continues to expand its geographic footprint. We are committed to providing our teams with technical support throughout these offices to continually build upon our success year after year. Spicer Group is committed to maintaining its tightly held private ownership, with no interest in selling to larger AEC firms. This commitment provides significant ownership opportunities for high performers and people that uphold our core values and build successful teams. Spicer Group was given the prestigious 2026 Circle of Excellence Platinum Award, recognized by PSMJ.Spicer Group prides itself on our core values of commitment to growth, great client relationships, excellent services and solutions, maintaining a team environment, and having integrity in all we do. We are seeking a candidate who will strive to uphold these values.Spicer Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our respect and commitment for our employees, their contributions, professional goals, and personal goals. This includes, but is not limited to:Competitive PayHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options401(k)-match programPaid HolidaysSick and Vacation DaysProfit SharingTuition ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentExcellent Working ConditionsWork-Life BalanceFitness ReimbursementKEY RESPONSIBILITIESObserves work in progress to ensure conformance with specificationsExamines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standardsInterprets specifications related to materials and workmanshipParticipates and provides input during project meetingsPrepares sketches of construction installations that deviate from plans and incorporates changes into master plansMaintains daily inspection report of construction inspection activitiesFully qualified representative capable of performing with little supervisionTypically assigned to work independently on a project with complex featuresReports periodically to the project manager and construction managerMay oversee and provide direction to other construction services techniciansServes as liaison between client, contractor, and project managerKnowledge of company standards, plans, and specificationsApplies appropriate procedures for resolving construction issuesResponsible for keeping equipment and vehicle in good working condition, and reports any problems or repairs needed in a timely mannerMaintains current status with all learning management system (LMS) training as related to safetyPhysical presence is an essential function of this job. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not preclude assigning duties not listed herein if such duties and responsibilities are a reasonable assignment to the position.POSITION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Engineering or related engineering fieldAbility to possess and maintain required industry certifications based on regionValid driver’s license and satisfactory driving recordPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSConstruction inspection experience, preferable in the areas of municipal, utility, and transportation infrastructureFOR MORE INFORMATIONFor more information regarding our firm and/or this position, please visit the Spicer Group website at www.spicergroup.com . EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled