Field Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Abilene, TX

7 James Construction Group, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation paid weekly

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil is hiring a Field Engineer for an Abilene, TX project. You will support field staff on roads and highway construction, ensuring plans and specs are followed and aiding in scheduling and documentation.

The role requires 2-4 years of construction engineering experience, willingness to travel, and strong ability to read drawings and manage submittals. You will supervise subcontractors, coordinate with inspectors, and uphold safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of construction engineering or construction management degree, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must be willing to move/travel to projects.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of project submittals, including obtaining required documents from subcontractors.
• Skilled in assigning and tracking cost codes, verifying subcontractor/supplier billing, and managing project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Superintendents and Foremen to follow plans and cost-effective methods.
• Measure work and report quantities for monthly estimates and accounting.
• Maintain accurate daily records of activities, quantities, and instructions.
• Provide technical assistance with scheduling and 3-week look-ahead planning.
• Coordinate material deliveries to prevent delays.
• Obtain local state and federal permits for construction activities.
• Supervise subcontractors and major suppliers.
• Approve timesheets for accuracy and allocation.
• Identify hazards and prepare mitigation plans.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Project coordination

Quality and safety awareness

Inspectors liaison

Cost tracking & documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management

Equivalent training and experience

Job description

Job Overview: Looking to get your boots dirty and your career moving? Primoris Heavy Civil is currently hiring an experienced Field Engineer for our Abilene, Tx project. As a Field Engineer in our Heavy Highway Division, you’ll be at the heart of major infrastructure projects, turning plans into pavement and ideas into interstates. The Field Engineer will be solely responsible in providing assistance to field staff on roads and highway construction activities. Provide technical engineering expertise to a specific project and provide assistance in the field construction activities, assuring compliance with project plans and specifications.

Functional Requirements

• Coordinate with Superintendents and Foremen to see that project plans and specifications are being followed and that the most cost-effective methods are employed.
• Bring deficiencies of plans to attention of inspector and Project Manager.
• Assist with resolution of problems with inspectors.
• Measure all work put in place and monitor the accumulation and documentation of quantities then report these to the Project Engineer for inclusion on monthly estimate and for reporting to the accounting system.
• Maintain accurate daily records of job activities, quantities performed, and instructions for the owner and accidents.
• Provide technical assistance with project scheduling, prepare 3-week look ahead schedule.
• Coordinate delivery of materials to insure no delays in job progress.
• Obtain local state and federal permits related to the construction activities.
• Supervise and direct subcontractors and major suppliers.
• Approve timesheets for accuracy and proper allocation.
• Analyze potential job hazards and prepare plan to eliminate risks.
• Perform other related duties as requested by supervisor.
• Working knowledge of surveying techniques and equipment, assigned discipline design, and overall engineering standards is necessary.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface, and communicate with others is essential.

Qualification Standards

• 2-4 years of construction engineering or construction management degree, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must be willing to move/travel to projects.
• Working knowledge of surveying techniques and equipment, assigned discipline design, and overall engineering standards is necessary.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of project submittals, including obtaining required documents from subcontractors.
• Skilled in assigning and tracking cost codes, verifying subcontractor/supplier billing, and managing project documentation.
• Familiarity with change order processes, including tracking materials, labor, and equipment for accurate cost evaluation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to support all aspects of project management.
• Knowledge of safety standards and ability to work with the Safety Department to identify and mitigate job hazards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must comply with company’s drug and alcohol abuse policy.
• Must be able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, and as required by the company.
• Able to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, stairways, etc.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.).
• Able to carry 50 lbs. of tool and/or materials. It is recommended to get assistance to lift items over 50 lbs. Check with your project supervisor or project safety director.
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
• Must be able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

Company Overview: Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.