Field & Project Engineer - Heavy Civil

Gibralter Border Barriers; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibralter Border Barriers is seeking a motivated Field/Project Engineer to support heavy civil and infrastructure construction projects in Texas. You will assist Project Managers and Superintendents, ensuring field work aligns with plans, specs, and quality standards, with a strong focus on earthwork, utilities, documentation, and public agency compliance.

The role emphasizes field operations, coordination with field crews, and maintaining daily reports while supporting safety and change order

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, or related field.
• 0–2+ years of experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction (internships or co-ops accepted).
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and drawings in Procore.
• Exposure to geotechnical or construction materials testing.
• Familiarity with public works standards (DOT, municipal, AASHTO, FHWA).
• Field experience supporting earthwork, utilities, or site development projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily with Project Managers and Superintendents to support field operations and project execution.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure compliance in the field.
• Support field operations with layout verification, line and grade checks, and clarification of technical details.
• Assist with coordination of earthwork, grading, underground utilities, drainage, and related infrastructure work.
• Perform quantity take-offs, track installed quantities, and support pay applications and cost tracking.
• Coordinate materials testing activities.
• Inspect materials and workmanship to verify compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.
• Interface with field crews, subcontractors, inspectors, utility agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Support safety compliance related to trenching, traffic control, and work around heavy equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, and field documentation.
• Identify field issues proactively and assist with resolution, including support for change order documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of workplans and JHAs.

Skills

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Documentation

Earthwork coordination

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management

Tools

Procore

Job description

Gibralter Border Barriers is seeking a motivated Field/Project Engineer to support heavy civil and infrastructure construction projects in Texas. You will assist Project Managers and Superintendents, ensuring field work aligns with plans, specs, and quality standards, with a strong focus on earthwork, utilities, documentation, and public agency compliance.

The role emphasizes field operations, coordination with field crews, and maintaining daily reports while supporting safety and change order