Sr Field Engineer

DPR Construction; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Reston, VA is seeking a field operations-focused professional to support daily field activities and promote collaboration among field teams and trade partners. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and accurate project documentation to help leadership make informed decisions.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree, 5 years in field engineering or construction management, and necessary safety certifications, with some certifications preferred within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience in field engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required within 6 months of hire; OSHA 30-Hour preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the management and development of a team of field operations individuals.
• Supervises daily site activities and applies quality control measures.
• Coordinates delivery and allocation of materials and equipment for uninterrupted workflow.
• Monitors daily logs and progress reports to document project activities.
• Communicates routine updates to project leadership for timely resolution.
• Participates in safety meetings and site inspections to reinforce accountability.
• Supports field teams in addressing routine operational issues and escalates more complex matters.

Education

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience

5 years of experience in field engineering, construction management, or a related field

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title-they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Supports daily field operations and contributes to achieving departmental goals. Facilitates communication among field teams and trade partners, including self-perform team members, promoting a collaborative and solution-oriented work environment. Reinforces adherence to safety and quality standards by following established procedures and participating in site safety meetings and inspections. Contributes to accurate project documentation and reporting, supporting informed decision-making by project leadership. Supports identification and coordination of prefabrication opportunities by working with project teams and prefabrication partners to integrate prefabricated components into field execution plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports the management and development of a team of field operations individuals, fostering skill growth and ensuring quality performance under guidance.
• Supervises daily site activities and applies sound judgment in implementing quality control measures, resolving routine issues and supporting solutions to unique field challenges to ensure compliance with project plans and safety protocols.
• Manages coordination of delivery and allocation of materials and equipment to support uninterrupted workflow.
• Monitors accurate daily logs and progress reports to document project activities and issues.
• Communicates routine updates and concerns to project leadership, enabling timely resolution of challenges.
• Participates in or leads safety meetings and site inspections to reinforce a culture of accountability.
• Supports field teams, including self-perform, in addressing routine operational issues and escalates more complex matters as needed.

Education Qualifications:

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

5 years of experience in field engineering, construction management, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification within 6 months of hire required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500 certification preferred.

Anticipated starting pay range:

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .