Field Engineer: Site Layout & Field Leadership

Hensel Phelps; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

HSA

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Field Engineer in Washington to support the Superintendent with on‑site field management, layout, safety, and quality control. You will help lead trade partners, review drawings, and assist in delivering projects on time and within budget.

The role focuses on field operations, with opportunities to gain supervisory experience and work with the VDC team on model-based plans and schedules. A 4‑year degree in a related field and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Requires 4-year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Strong communication skills essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Excel-based templates, ProjectSight, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.
• Internships in construction are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Project layout and surveying in accordance with design and contract documents.
• Check concrete forms for accuracy and adequacy before placement.
• Produce production trend analyses for quantity in place and report for schedule/cost control.
• Assist with quality control, safety initiatives and coordination of trade partners.
• Potentially direct a small workforce to gain supervisory experience.
• Coordinate material deliveries and verify requirements vs deliveries.
• Inspect materials for quantity, quality, and condition; report discrepancies.
• Assist foremen and trades with interpretation of plans and specs.
• Oversee trade partners and guide workforce to gain supervisory experience.
• Participate in site safety meetings and audits.
• Collaborate with VDC team on scope, plans and deliverables for field ops.
• Review current 3D model viewing and scheduling software.

Skills

Civil/Structures Awareness

Communication skills

Excel/Office templates

Project management tools

AutoDesk Suite

ProjectSight/Primavera

Internships in construction

Education

Bachelors degree in Civil/Structural/Architecture/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

ProjectSight

Primavera

AutoDesk Suite

Job description

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Field Engineer in Washington to support the Superintendent with on‑site field management, layout, safety, and quality control. You will help lead trade partners, review drawings, and assist in delivering projects on time and within budget.

The role focuses on field operations, with opportunities to gain supervisory experience and work with the VDC team on model-based plans and schedules. A 4‑year degree in a related field and a valid driver's license are required.