Traveling Field Engineer — On-Site Multifamily Projects

Thompson Thrift; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Applicants should be prepared for regional work with potential nationwide relocation. The ideal candidate will hold a Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree and have at least one year of construction experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of construction experience; internships or hands-on work may be considered.

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 player

Detail oriented

Growth mindset

Education

Construction Management degree

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Job description

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

Applicants should be prepared for regional work with potential nationwide relocation. The ideal candidate will hold a Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree and have at least one year of construction experience.