Travel Field Engineer - Build Multifamily Communities

Thompson Thrift; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Thrift is seeking a Field Engineer to support on-site construction operations for multifamily development projects across the U.S. This travel-based role requires flexibility and relocation, with assignments typically lasting about two years before moving to new projects.

You will work closely with project leadership to keep activities on schedule, within budget, and aligned with safety standards, while gaining broad exposure to all phases of the construction process and advancing a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 1 year of construction experience; internships or hands‑on experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore or similar construction software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with site safety, scheduling, cost tracking, quality control, and punch list completion
• Complete, update, and properly file quality control documentation
• Assist with coordination of material deliveries and logistics
• Help manage assigned trades or scopes of work from start through final punch
• Provide day‑to‑day coordination and oversight of subcontractors and trade partners
• Assist with punch list execution as directed by site management
• Track and report daily subcontractor headcount by trade
• Promote job site safety, cleanliness, and organization
• Document construction progress through daily and weekly site photos
• Assist the project team as needed to support successful project execution

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Thompson Thrift is seeking a Field Engineer to support on-site construction operations for multifamily development projects across the U.S. This travel-based role requires flexibility and relocation, with assignments typically lasting about two years before moving to new projects.

You will work closely with project leadership to keep activities on schedule, within budget, and aligned with safety standards, while gaining broad exposure to all phases of the construction process and advancing a