Field Engineer: On-Site Leader for Safe, High-Impact Projects

Kiewit (Canada); New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Northeast team. You will report to the Project Manager and lead site health, safety, reporting, and quality, while advising on contractual and project issues.

In this role you will support both field and office engineering, perform takeoffs, plan work, manage surveys and data, and coordinate with subcontractors. Travel and relocation to project sites will be required, with a focus on safety and ethics.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of construction field experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and contract documents.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety and ethics.
• Willingness to work at multiple project locations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews.
• Perform quantity takeoffs by measuring and calculating completed work.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Support field surveying and layout including elevations and control points.
• Compile daily labor timesheets.
• Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews and toolbox talks.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate on-site work groups.
• Supervise field operations.

Skills

Travel & relocate

Field experience

Engineering leadership

Reading plans

Communication

Safety focus

Education

Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related

Job description

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Northeast team. You will report to the Project Manager and lead site health, safety, reporting, and quality, while advising on contractual and project issues.

In this role you will support both field and office engineering, perform takeoffs, plan work, manage surveys and data, and coordinate with subcontractors. Travel and relocation to project sites will be required, with a focus on safety and ethics.