Traveling Field Engineer - Multifamily Construction

Thompson Thrift; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth — Training, mentorship, and long-term development opportunities

Work-Life Support — Competitive benefits, flexibility, and wellness programs

Job summary

Thompson Thrift in North Charleston is seeking a Field Engineer to support on-site construction operations for multifamily development projects. You will coordinate with project teams to ensure that construction activities align with quality, safety standards, and remain on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, with at least one year of construction experience. This role requires flexibility, commitment to safety, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of construction experience; relevant internships or hands-on experience may be considered.
• Basic understanding of construction terminology, drawings, and field processes.
• Exposure to construction scheduling, cost tracking, and job site safety.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with site safety, scheduling, cost tracking, quality control, and punch list completion.
• Assist with coordination of material deliveries and logistics.
• Document construction progress through daily and weekly site photos.
• Promote job site safety, cleanliness, and organization.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Collaborative mindset

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore or similar construction software

Job description

Thompson Thrift in North Charleston is seeking a Field Engineer to support on-site construction operations for multifamily development projects. You will coordinate with project teams to ensure that construction activities align with quality, safety standards, and remain on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, with at least one year of construction experience. This role requires flexibility, commitment to safety, and a collaborative mindset.