Field Engineer, Milford, MA

DOC; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DOC is seeking an entry-level Field Engineer to join our project teams on construction sites across the Northeast. You will work under the Project Manager and Superintendent, performing survey layout, interpretation of drawings, quality control, and safety compliance to ensure alignment with specifications.

You will gain hands-on experience on site, maintain records, and coordinate closely with architects, engineers, and subcontractors while upholding our safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related curriculum.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Commitment to site safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Survey layout of control lines and property line references.
• Interpret drawings and assist supervision in maintaining locations, dimensions and specs.
• Perform as-built surveys and generate electronic records.
• Estimate quantities and materials for project portions.
• Oversee quality control across trades per specs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects and engineers on scheduling.
• Maintain site communications and safety compliance per OSHA.
• Update contract documents with design team additions.

Skills

Survey layout

Interpret drawings

Quality control

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Education

4-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

About DOC

Our mission is to make a transformative impact on our communities through the exceptional buildings, infrastructure, and relationships we construct-with skill, purpose, integrity, and passion.

Founded in 1879, DOC (Daniel O'Connell's Sons) is a trusted construction management and general contracting firm serving public and private clients across the Northeast and Florida. We bring together expertise in building and heavy/civil construction to deliver complex, high-impact projects.

At DOC, we believe there's always a better way to build. Our team is driven by collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to continuous improvement-constantly learning, evolving, and pushing to deliver better outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Values

• Always do the right thing
• Support and respect the people you work with
• Think like a client
• Be patient and flexible-even when unexpected obstacles arise
• Ensure everyone safely returns to their families

Entry-Level Field Engineer (This role is available at all of our locations)

The successful candidate for this entry-level position will be assigned to work on a project site, under the supervision of the Project Manager and Superintendent on the job.

Responsibilities include the following

• Survey layout of control lines and establish various locations in relation to property lines.
• Interpret drawings and assist construction supervision and trades personnel in maintaining adherence to locations, dimensions and specifications.
• Perform as-built survey of work in place, including generating electronic records.
• Estimate quantity of materials and related items for various aspects of the work.
• Quality control oversight of the work of various trades as required by project specifications.
• Work with and assist subcontractors in following drawings, specifications, quality standards, and in coordinating details of scheduling.
• Maintain effective communication with construction supervision, architects, and engineers.
• Execute company safety requirements including daily site inspection for conformance with the company safety policy and OSHA standards
• Maintain project records and manpower reports. Update contract documents to reflect all supplemental information issued by the design team.

Requirements

• A four year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related curriculum

$70,000.00 annually for Field Engineers

Field Engineer Pay

$70,000 - $75,000 USD