Structures Field Engineer

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HDR is providing PM/CM services for the Los Angeles World Airports ATMP Landside Improvements Project. The project will deliver critical improvements to the roadways, streets, and thoroughfares in and around the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) campus. HDR will assist with the management of projects throughout the design, preconstruction, and construction phases, from inception to closeout. HDR is proud to lead a strong team of world‑class professionals to sculpt this project that is a key part of the infrastructure transformation ahead of the 2028 Olympics and will serve millions of travelers and Angelenos for decades to come.

The Structures Field Engineer supports structural construction oversight on transportation and public infrastructure projects. This role involves assisting the Structures Representative with contract administration, construction engineering, inspection, documentation, and coordination for bridge, retaining wall, falsework, and other structural components, ensuring compliance with Caltrans standards and project specifications.

• Coordinate and support LAWA Construction Inspection Division and City of LA with daily field inspections to verify contractor operations related to structural components, including cast‑in‑place concrete, structural steel, falsework/temporary works, precast elements, post‑tensioning, and CIDH Pile Construction.
• Prepare and maintain checklists for structures inspections, field material sampling and testing, source inspections in accordance with project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Assist in verifying that materials, methods, and workmanship conform to contract documents, Caltrans Standard Specifications, and the Caltrans Bridge Construction Records and Procedures (BCRP) manual.
• Maintain detailed field records including daily reports, quantity calculations, inspection logs, and photographic documentation, develop punch‑lists and as‑built documentation.
• Assist with the review and processing of submittals, RFIs, Field Directives, request for task orders, change notices and change orders.
• Monitor contractor progress and participate in schedule reviews and look‑ahead coordination.
• Monitor temporary structures operations for conformance with approved falsework plans, erection plans, and working drawings.
• Coordinate materials sampling and testing with LAWA Labs, LA BCA, Caltrans METS or other QA entities.
• Communicate with the Structures Representative, contractor personnel, and agency stakeholders to resolve field issues.
• Assist with punch‑lists, closeout documentation, and final reports for structural work.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience on public works or transportation projects, with at least some exposure to structural work.
• Working knowledge of Caltrans Bridge Construction procedures, Standard Specifications, and relevant manuals (e.g., Falsework Manual).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam; familiarity with structure‑specific forms and templates a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate field records.
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to work on active construction sites.
• Experience with cast‑in‑place post‑tensioned box girder bridge construction, falsework, temporary shorings, mass soil mixing, and retaining walls.
• EIT certification or on track for PE license.
• Caltrans Structure Rep training or familiarity with METS processes.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Experience with alternate…