Field Engineering Technologist – Mechanical/Civil

PER SE GROUP INC; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Per Sé Group is seeking an experienced Field Engineering Technologist – Mechanical/Civil to support major construction projects. You will work at the intersection of field construction, engineering, contractors, and project leadership—helping ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and according to plan.

If you’re in the right profession but the right environment—and want to put your field experience to work on major projects where your observations and judgment matter—we should talk.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field.
• 6–8 years of experience on major construction projects.
• Strong field construction, safety, and site documentation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day construction activities under the direction of the Construction Manager.
• Coordinate with Field Supervisors and contractors to support approved schedules and work plans.
• Participate in site walkdowns and lead construction and progress meetings.
• Verify field progress against drawings, specifications, and work packages.
• Support site safety programs through field observations, hazard identification, and verification of contractor compliance.
• Maintain daily reports, installed quantities, inspection records, and other field documentation.
• Validate completed work to support cost, schedule, forecasting, and progress reporting.
• Identify construction variances, non-conformances, execution risks, and potential changes and elevate them appropriately.
• Serve as a liaison between field operations, engineering, project controls, contractors, and project leadership.

Skills

Field coordination

Team collaboration

Construction liaison

Education

Engineering Technology/Construction Management degree

Job description

Field Engineering Technologist – Mechanical/Civil

If you’re tired of sitting on the sidelines of major construction projects when you know you can make a bigger impact in the field…keep reading.

Per Sé Group is seeking an experienced Field Engineering Technologist – Mechanical/Civil to support the execution of major construction projects. You’ll work at the intersection of field construction, engineering, contractors, and project leadership—helping ensure work is completed safely, correctly, and according to plan.

If site walkdowns, work packages, field verification, contractor coordination, non-conformances, project controls, and construction progress tracking are already part of your world, we should talk.

What You’ll Do

• Support day-to-day construction activities under the direction of the Construction Manager.
• Coordinate with Field Supervisors and contractors to support approved schedules and work plans.
• Participate in site walkdowns and lead construction and progress meetings.
• Verify field progress against drawings, specifications, and work packages.
• Support site safety programs through field observations, hazard identification, and verification of contractor compliance.
• Maintain daily reports, installed quantities, inspection records, and other field documentation.
• Validate completed work to support cost, schedule, forecasting, and progress reporting.
• Identify construction variances, non-conformances, execution risks, and potential changes and elevate them appropriately.
• Serve as a liaison between field operations, engineering, project controls, contractors, and project leadership.

This is a field verification and coordination role. You’ll help keep the project moving without assuming responsibility for contractor means and methods, commercial decisions, or final project approvals.

What You’ll Bring

• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 6–8 years of experience supporting major construction projects.
• Strong Mechanical and/or Civil construction field experience.
• Experience working directly with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and field practices.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and work packages.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable spending significant time in an active construction environment.

If you’re in the right profession but the wrong environment—and want to put your field experience to work on major projects where your observations and judgment matter—we should talk.

About Per Sé Group

Per Sé Group is a leading technical and professional recruiting firm specializing in the power generation, renewable energy, utilities, oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing, and construction industries. We connect talented professionals with industry-leading organizations on contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities across North America.

Whether you’re looking for your next project or your next long-term career move, Per Sé Group is committed to helping you achieve your professional goals while providing exceptional service throughout the hiring process.

Per Sé Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.