Field Engineer-Federal Construction

About the Company

The company is a growing construction organization with a strong presence in federal and defense infrastructure projects. The company’s Federal Services Division specializes in complex Design-Build construction programs supporting U.S. Government agencies worldwide.

The company partners with organizations such as NAVFAC and other Department of Defense clients to deliver high-quality infrastructure, civil, and facilities projects in demanding environments. The team is known for its commitment to technical excellence, safety, and disciplined project execution.

The company is seeking a Field Engineer to support NAVFAC Design-Build construction projects in Guam and Hawaii
. This role is a key technical field support position responsible for layout verification, field engineering, documentation, constructability coordination, and daily technical support for construction operations.

The Field Engineer works directly on-site and collaborates closely with the Project Superintendent, Project Engineer, and Project Manager
. Acting as a critical link between field operations and the design/engineering team, the Field Engineer helps ensure that construction activities are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

This role is ideal for early- to mid-career construction professionals looking to gain experience on complex federal construction projects and international assignments.

• Perform field layout, coordinate surveying activities, and verify construction work against approved plans and control points.
• Verify dimensions, elevations, alignments, and locations before and during construction.
• Identify discrepancies between drawings, site conditions, and installed work and elevate issues promptly.

• Provide daily technical support to the Project Superintendent and field supervision.
• Assist in resolving constructability issues, field conflicts, and technical questions.
• Support sequencing and work planning by providing accurate field-based information.

• Observe construction activities to ensure work conforms to approved drawings and specifications.
• Serve as a field liaison with the Project Engineer and Designer of Record (DOR).
• Assist with the development and clarification of Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Communicate design clarifications and approved changes to field personnel.
• Support implementation of design revisions and approved modifications.

• Coordinate with the QC Manager to support field-level quality execution.
• Verify work is performed in accordance with approved submittals, inspection plans, and quality standards.
• Assist with documentation of inspections, test results, and corrective actions.
• Identify potential quality issues early to prevent rework.

• Maintain accurate daily field records including quantities, work progress, and site conditions.
• Assist with quantity tracking, material verification, and production documentation.
• Support preparation of reports for schedule updates, pay applications, and government reporting.
• Maintain organized records of drawings, sketches, and field changes.

• Interface daily with field superintendents, subcontractors, and self-perform crews.
• Participate in daily and weekly construction coordination meetings.
• Communicate field issues clearly and professionally to project leadership.
• Maintain a professional presence on an active military installation.

• Assist with project closeout activities including as-built documentation and turnover support.
• Perform additional field engineering duties as assigned by project leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
• 2–5 years of experience supporting construction projects as a Field Engineer or in a similar role
• Experience supporting civil, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction
• Basic knowledge of surveying, field layout, and construction methods
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• U.S. Citizenship required

• Experience supporting NAVFAC, USACE, or other DoD construction projects
• Previous work on Design-Build projects
• Experience working on active military installations
• Familiarity with UFGS, Division 01, and federal construction standards
• Prior OCONUS experience
  , particularly in Guam or the Indo-Pacific region

• Competitive salary: $85,000 – $125,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company participation
• Paid time off and holidays
• OCONUS project support (housing/travel as applicable)
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to work on high-profile federal infrastructure projects