Field Project Engineer: Heavy Civil (Dams & Tunnels)

Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI); Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability and life保险

Job summary

Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI) invites a Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction to join our field team in Oakdale, Minnesota, with frequent travels across the Midwest.

You will implement QC plans, interpret drawings, and support scheduling and cost tracking on dams, tunnels, and underground works. The role demands 1–2 years in heavy civil, a degree in Engineering or Construction Management, and readiness to work on site for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• 1-2 years of U.S. based heavy civil experience (internships and co-ops count).
• Able to read and work from construction drawings.
• Willing and able to work on project sites away from home for extended periods.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Implement project quality control plans.
• Interpret drawings and specifications, perform quantity calculations and material takeoffs.
• Develop weekly look-ahead schedules to help the Superintendent stay ahead of project work.
• Field surveying and layout alongside our crews.
• Prepare work plans and schedule material deliveries.
• Maintain project records, including daily reports, photos, and job cost data.
• Support change orders and as-built documentation.
• Learn cost tracking and scheduling from project managers who will train you to run your own work.
• Learn, collaborate, and innovate on each project.

Skills

Read construction drawings

Field surveying

Schedule development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI) invites a Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction to join our field team in Oakdale, Minnesota, with frequent travels across the Midwest.

You will implement QC plans, interpret drawings, and support scheduling and cost tracking on dams, tunnels, and underground works. The role demands 1–2 years in heavy civil, a degree in Engineering or Construction Management, and readiness to work on site for extended periods.