Field/Office Engineer (Entry-Level)

Obayashi Corporation; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO Plan and HDHP

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan Matching

Job summary

Obayashi Corporation is seeking a Field/Office Engineer in Foster City, CA. You will interpret drawings, prepare work plans, support survey tasks, and coordinate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence on major infrastructure projects.

The role requires a Civil/related degree, construction exposure, strong organization, and the ability to travel as needed. Proficiency with MS Office and AutoCAD is preferred, with opportunity to develop leadership skills within a top-tier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Relevant construction experience or internship/co-op.
• Willingness to travel and relocate as project needs require.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from construction drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, specs, and contract documents to guide field crews.
• Take field measurements and calculate quantities.
• Support development of work plans and work packages.
• Assist with surveying and layout tasks, elevations, control points, as-built docs.
• Compile and verify daily labor timesheets.
• Draft JHAs for planned work activities.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers and track safety compliance.
• Prepare material takeoffs and basic engineering sketches.
• Maintain project records and prepare submittals and communications.

Skills

Reading drawings

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

As a Field/Office Engineer at North American Civil Group (NACG), you will bring initiative, technical curiosity, a commitment to quality, and a strong work ethic to some of North America’s most challenging infrastructure projects. You will gain hands‑on experience, opportunities to work with experienced teams across different projects and locations, and a clear path to growing your career. At NACG, you will help build infrastructure that strengthens communities while developing the knowledge and capabilities to become a future leader in the industry.

ROLE &RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents to guide field crews
• Take field measurements and calculate quantities to track installed work
• Support the development of work plans and work packages for upcoming activities
• Assist with surveying and layout tasks, including elevations, control points, and as-built documentation
• Compile and verify daily labor timesheets for accuracy
• Help draft Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for planned work activities
• Contribute to problem-solving on construction operations
• Take part in safety reviews, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and required training
• Order and schedule material deliveries
• Help plan, schedule, and coordinate jobsite work groups
• Provide field supervision as required
• Prepare material and quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and prepare sketches or technical drawings to support construction activities.
• Gather, organize, and prepare information for submittals and communications with owners, designers, vendors, subcontractors, government agencies, and internal teams.
• Support the preparation and administration of purchase orders and subcontracts, including limited-scope solicitations and purchasing assignments.
• Assist with maintaining and updating project schedules as directed.
• Maintain project records and correspondence, including daily reports, photographs, RFIs, submittals, meeting documentation, and memoranda.
• Enter and validate job-cost information and participate in cost-report reviews with project management.
• Support the identification, documentation, and preparation of change orders.
• Provide technical and administrative support to field operations.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and monitor their work for compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and contract requirements.
• Review historical project data and assist in developing appropriate production rates, crew assumptions, and costs for bid preparation.
• Review plans, specifications, and other solicitation documents to identify scope requirements, constructability considerations, and potential risks.
• Prepare material and quantity takeoffs in accordance with the bid documents.
• Outreach - find potential vendors and suppliers and find quotes within budget.
• Assist with subcontractor and supplier solicitations and evaluation of quotations.
• Organize supporting documentation and calculations for inclusion in the estimate and bid file.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in construction, or equivalent internship/co-op experience
• Willingness and ability to travel and relocate as project needs require
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively
• Smooth attention to detail and the ability to catch inconsistencies or errors
• A strong work ethic and willingness to take on what's needed to get the job done
• Work productively and meet deadlines on time
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); familiarity with AutoCAD or other computer-based drawing systems
• Must be able to report reliably and punctually to work
• Physical ability to access all areas of a construction site, including in varied weather, outdoor conditions, and lifting to 40 pounds
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Applicants mustbe authorized towork in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE : $75,000 - $90,000 USD / yr

Obayashi Corporation is committed to providing clear and transparent information regarding compensation for this position. Please note that the salary range posted is based solely on positions located in California and is provided in accordance with applicable state requirements. Compensation for this role in other states may vary based on local market conditions, geographic location, and applicable laws. The final salary offered will be determined by several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, education, and other job-related considerations. We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation across all locations.

BENEFITS:

Obayashi Offers Competitive Market Salaries and Benefits Package including:

• Medical PPO Plan and HDHP
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Matching

Employee benefits are 100% covered by Obayashi and family coverage is covered at 80%.

About Obayashi

Obayashi Corporation has delivered quality solutions to infrastructure challenges across the globe for more than 130 years. Founded in 1892, Obayashi is the largest Japanese Contractor and the fourth-largest International Contractor conducting business in the United States. Obayashi has been operating and completing projects in the United States since 1979. Obayashi provides a full range of general contractor services in both public works and private sectors including: office buildings, residences, tunnels, highways, rail systems, bridges, artificial islands, airports and nuclear power plants. Other services include urban planning and architecture, real estate and property development, environmental, and waste services. The North American Operations consolidated revenue is over $3 billion in the United States and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Obayashi Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisionson the basis ofmerit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of thosecharacteristics, oris associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to allpersons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship would result. If you need accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department by either visiting Obayashi Corporation at 950 Tower Lane, Ste 800, Foster City, CA 94404 or call [phone].

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.