Field Project Lead - Heavy Civil & Earthworks

Ledcor; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North A

On-site field exposure in Hawthorne,NV

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Project Coordinator to be at the heart of on-site heavy civil earthworks across the United States. You’ll work shoulder to shoulder with field teams, coordinating activities, tracking progress, and ensuring safe, efficient project execution.

This site-based role requires travel to project locations, with a focus on delivering complex earthworks safely and to the highest standards. Growth opportunities exist within marquee civil projects and a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field preferred.
• Experience supporting field crews and coordination in heavy civil projects.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office and scheduling tools (Primavera).
• Knowledge of RFIs, change orders, and closeout processes.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specs to support field crews and supervision.
• Perform quantity calculations and track progress of materials and work.
• Assist in developing work plans and work packages for field execution.
• Support field surveying and layout, including elevation checks and as-built data collection.
• Compile and verify daily labor timesheets and field reports.
• Participate in safety reviews, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
• Coordinate and schedule material deliveries to meet timelines.
• Plan and organize on-site workgroups for efficient execution.
• Provide oversight to field operations and subcontractor activities.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and assist with drafting.

Skills

Field coordination

Communication

Schedule management

Safety oversight

Problem solving

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Primavera

3D model viewers

Document management systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

Ledcor is seeking a Project Coordinator to be at the heart of on-site heavy civil earthworks across the United States. You’ll work shoulder to shoulder with field teams, coordinating activities, tracking progress, and ensuring safe, efficient project execution.

This site-based role requires travel to project locations, with a focus on delivering complex earthworks safely and to the highest standards. Growth opportunities exist within marquee civil projects and a dynamic team environment.