Field Engineer - Pipe - Heavy Civil

EWI Recruitment; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking an experienced Field Engineer – Pipe for major heavy civil and pipework projects in the Greenville area. Working on-site, you will provide technical guidance, coordinate engineering activities and help ensure that works are completed safely, accurately, on programme and in accordance with approved designs and specifications.

You will liaise with project managers, site supervisors, subcontractors and design teams to resolve technical issues, support surveying and

Qualifications

• A relevant engineering or construction qualification is desirable.
• Experience in heavy civil engineering, utilities or major pipework projects is preferred.
• Proficiency with setting out and surveying, and the ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set out and oversee pipework, utilities, drainage and associated civil engineering works.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and construction methodologies before and during delivery.
• Carry out site inspections, measurements and quality checks, ensuring works comply with approved documentation and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with construction teams and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and prevent delays.
• Prepare and maintain inspection and test plans, permits, records, progress reports and as-built information.
• Monitor materials, levels, line and grade, installation tolerances and completed works.
• Support surveying, testing, commissioning and handover activities as required.
• Identify risks, defects or design discrepancies and elevate issues promptly with practical recommendations.
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety, environmental responsibility and quality on site.

Skills

Setting out

Surveying

Drawing interpretation

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

IT / digital reporting

Driving licence

Education

Engineering or construction qualification

Tools

Surveying equipment

Digital reporting systems

Job description

Field Engineer – Pipe – Heavy Civil

An experienced Field Engineer is required to support the delivery of major heavy civil and pipework construction projects. Working on site, you will provide technical guidance, coordinate engineering activities and help ensure that works are completed safely, accurately, on programme and in accordance with approved designs and specifications.

You will work closely with project managers, site supervisors, subcontractors and design teams to resolve technical issues and maintain effective communication throughout construction. The role will involve regular site presence, inspection of installations and accurate reporting of progress and quality matters.

Key responsibilities

• Set out and oversee pipework, utilities, drainage and associated civil engineering works.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and construction methodologies before and during delivery.
• Carry out site inspections, measurements and quality checks, ensuring works comply with approved documentation and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with construction teams and subcontractors to resolve technical queries and prevent delays.
• Prepare and maintain inspection and test plans, permits, records, progress reports and as-built information.
• Monitor materials, levels, line and grade, installation tolerances and completed works.
• Support surveying, testing, commissioning and handover activities as required.
• Identify risks, defects or design discrepancies and elevate issues promptly with practical recommendations.
• Promote a strong culture of health, safety, environmental responsibility and quality on site.

About you

You will have proven experience as a Site Engineer, Field Engineer or similar role within heavy civil engineering, utilities, infrastructure or major pipework projects. A relevant engineering or construction qualification is desirable, together with strong knowledge of setting out, surveying and interpreting technical drawings.

Applicants should be confident using relevant surveying equipment and digital reporting systems, with good IT skills and a methodical approach to documentation. The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider site team is essential. Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills are required, along with a commitment to safe working practices.

A valid driving licence and flexibility to work on active construction sites are expected. The successful candidate will be required to meet all applicable site access, competency and safety requirements.