Field Engineer - Stafford, VA

Bilfinger; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger is seeking a Field Engineer to assist the construction project team with field reports, scoping, estimating, procurement, submittals, and related tasks. Candidates should have construction industry experience with commercial or industrial GC backgrounds and be proficient in estimating, design, and scheduling software.

The role requires knowledge of construction means and methods, with blueprint reading as a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction with a commercial or industrial general contractor.
• Estimating, design, and scheduling software highly desired.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Blueprint reading a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Project Support: assist with daily reports, scopes of work, procurement, AutoCAD as-built drawings, and bid support.
• Estimating: develop detailed line-item takeoffs and pricing, input into line-item software (RS Means or similar).
• Subcontractor Support: prepare bid documents, gather subcontractor quotes and safety information, assist with progress payments and subcontracts.
• Scheduling: help develop and maintain project schedules.
• Safety: ensure compliance with HSEQ guidelines and local requirements (OSHA, EM385.1.1).

Skills

Construction experience

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ProCore

Adobe

BlueBeam

RS Means

MS Office

Job description

Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With about 31,000 employees and over €5.4 billion in revenue in 2025, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

Bilfinger North America has a national reach spanning from Florida to Alaska, with professionals sharing a common goal: to keep promises, honor commitments, and exceed client expectations. We offer a diverse portfolio of services that includes national general contracting concentrating on the management and performance of Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contracts, Job Order Contracting, Design-Build, Bid-Build, and Construction Manager at Risk services; Industrial Maintenance and Turnaround Solutions; Chemical, Manufacturing, and Assembly services and Turbine Manufacturing

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!

The Role

The Field Engineer assists construction project team members in various areas to include but not limited to preparation of field-related reports including scoping, estimating, procuring, and submittals.

Qualifications:

Some experience in the construction industry with a commercial or industrial general contractor

Experience with estimating, design, and scheduling software highly desired

Knowledge of construction means and methods

Experience with blueprint reading a plus but not required

Must demonstrate a strong ability to:

• Adapt and be flexible to frequent changes in a fast-paced work environment
• Demonstrate integrity consistent with Centennial’s core values
• Collaborate and work effectively in a team environment with people of various backgrounds and styles
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to include clear, concise, and professional presentation of information
• Adapt to the constantly evolving world of technology, design, means and methods, systems may include but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite, ProCore, Adobe, and BlueBeam
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field highly desired

Responsibilities:

Project Suppoert:

• Assists with daily reports and other field assignments; Assists with writing scopes of work and performing job walks; Provides support with project buyout, procurement of subcontractors, materials, and equipment; Prepares AutoCAD as-built drawings and operation and maintenance manuals; Assists Project Manager during bid negotiations

Estimating:

• Assists in the development of detailed line-item takeoffs and pricing; Assists with entering line items into Unit Price Book software using RS Means or other line items estimating tools

Subcontractor Support:

• Prepares bid documents for subcontractors; Assembles subcontractors quotes for review; Gathers subcontractors safety information; Assists in tracking progress payments and invoicing from subcontractors; Prepares subcontracts and other subcontractor safety information

Scheduling:

• Helps develop and maintain project schedules

Safety:

• Ensures compliance with Centennial’s Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) guidelines, and procedures along with all local requirements (OSHA, USACE EM385.1.1, etc.)

Responsible for driving between project sites that are often miles apart or miles from the assigned office location.

Performance of the required job duties will be in an office environment along with visits to sites that are under construction which may include various weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

• The ability to walk terrain and surfaces that may be far, uneven, or temporary.
• The ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, talk and hear.
• The ability to frequently use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, squat, or reach.
• The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The compensation range for this role takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to; experience, training, certifications, education, and business needs. It has not been adjusted for geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. The compensation range for this position is $52,858.00 - $92,108.00

For additional information please contactJaime Marie Koerner by email [e-mail].

Centennial Contractors Enterprises Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.