Field Engineer Pipeline Construction

State Utility Contractors, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Clear path to Superintendent role

Job summary

State Utility Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Field Engineer for water and sewer pipeline construction in North Carolina. You will work with the Superintendent to oversee daily crew operations, ensuring safety, quality, and on-budget progress on-site.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of pipeline field experience or a 4-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, with strong plans reading, communication, and leadership skills. Proficiency in MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising pipeline crews and coordinating field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and grades.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day supervision of pipeline crews.
• Maintain safety, schedule, cost, and quality standards.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material deliveries.
• Prepare daily reports and track project progress.
• Support inspections, field documentation, and subcontractor coordination.
• Represent the company professionally with clients and inspectors.

Skills

Pipeline construction

Foreman supervision

Reading plans and specs

Communication

Leadership

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

2–4 years pipeline construction experience or 4-year degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Vista/Viewpoint Teams

Job description

Field Engineer – Pipeline Construction

Company: State Utility Contractors, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

State Utility Contractors, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an Field Engineer with experience in water and sewer pipeline construction. This is a field position supporting our jobsites in NC. You’ll work alongside the Superintendent to oversee daily crew operations, ensure safety and quality, and keep projects on time and on budget.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with day-to-day supervision of pipeline crews
• Maintain safety, schedule, cost, and quality standards
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and material deliveries
• Prepare daily reports and track project progress
• Support inspections, field documentation, and subcontractor coordination
• Professionally represent the company with clients and inspectors

What We’re Looking For

• 2–4 years of pipeline construction experience as a Foreman, or a 4-year degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and grades
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel); Vista/Viewpoint Teams a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to advance in the field

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay + performance bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation amp; holidays
• Clear path to advance into a Superintendent role

Take the next step in your career with a company that values its people and delivers Quality in Action.