Field Engineer: Path to Project Engineer at an Employee-Owned Firm

NES Fircroft; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft's client, a leading employee-owned construction contractor, is adding a Field Engineer to its project team. You’ll work closely with Project Engineers, Superintendents and design teams to contribute to major projects on site.

Ideal for recent grads or early career professionals with a civil/construction background who want hands-on experience and a clear path toward Project Engineer or Project Management roles.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction, civil engineering or related field, or equivalent field experience.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with multiple project stakeholders.
• Good understanding of drawings and construction documentation.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office.
• Interested in developing into a Project Engineer / Project Management professional.

Responsibilities

• Supporting RFIs, submittals, change orders and project documentation.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and shop drawings.
• Assisting with project planning, cost control and budget forecasting.
• Supporting Superintendents with day-to-day field execution.
• Tracking progress, quantities and production where required.
• Helping resolve technical and construction issues on site.
• Supporting BIM coordination and as-built documentation.
• Working closely with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and project leadership.

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office

Drawings literacy

Education

Construction/Civil Engineering degree OR equivalent field experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

I’m working with a leading employee-owned construction contractor looking to add a Field Engineer to its project team.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their construction career who wants to get properly involved in the delivery of major projects — working closely with Project Engineers, Superintendents, subcontractors and design teams rather than being stuck behind a desk.

What you’ll be involved in:

• Supporting RFIs, submittals, change orders and project documentation
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and shop drawings
• Assisting with project planning, cost control and budget forecasting
• Supporting Superintendents with day-to-day field execution
• Tracking progress, quantities and production where required
• Helping resolve technical and construction issues on site
• Supporting BIM coordination and as-built documentation
• Working closely with engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and project leadership

What they’re looking for:

• Construction, Civil Engineering or related degree OR equivalent field experience
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with multiple project stakeholders
• Good understanding of drawings and construction documentation
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office
• Someone who wants to develop into a strong Project Engineer / Project Management professional

One of the biggest attractions here is the long-term opportunity. The business is 100% employee-owned, with employees benefiting directly from the company’s success alongside a strong benefits package, 401(k), training and clear career progression.

📩 If you’re a Field Engineer, recent construction graduate, or already working on-site and looking for your next step, message me directly and I can give you more information.