Field Engineer � Concrete/BIM
About The Position
Shaw is seeking a motivated individual to join our Design & Field Operations team as a BIM Engineer / Field Engineer for our Self-Perform Concrete and General Contracting BIM Clash Detection & General Coordination division. This entry-level position is part of a structured training program designed to develop expertise in BIM services and Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineering. The role involves supporting preplanning, layout, and clash detection for field operations, as well as contributing to the quality control process. Responsibilities include quantity takeoff, constructability reviews, QA/QC plan development, formwork design planning, lift drawing coordination, and performing field inspections. The Field Engineer will also assist the project superintendent with various project management tasks, including materials management, logistics, safety, documentation, and closeout.
Requirements
- Four-year college degree in engineering/design, construction management, building construction, or similar preferred.
- Understanding of general construction practices, document reading, means and methods, and current building codes.
- Knowledge of concrete systems, formwork, and shoring.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Procore/Autodesk, Navisworks, BIM360, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Trimble, and Tekla.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- OSHA 30 a plus
- First Aid/CPR certification
- Site-Specific Safety Orientation
- Field Layout and Basic Surveying training
Responsibilities
- Perform BIM clash detection and general trade coordination across superstructure, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection trades; manage weekly coordination meetings, minutes, RFIs, and correspondence
- Develop concrete lift drawings and formwork design planning; coordinate with geotech, civil, steel, framing, masonry, and other key trades
- Perform constructability review of design documents and provide recommendations
- Collaborate on design planning with Shaw BIM, Shaw Framing Panel Design, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and trade partners; attend internal and external project meetings
- Support survey and layout, including calculating points and loading Trimble stations, setting control in AutoCAD, and coordinating embed, hold-down, and penetration layout
- Translate contract documents and building codes into the Concrete QA/QC project program
- Read and interpret construction documents across all disciplines, including specifications, submittments, and shop drawings
- Coordinate concrete and building layout to establish field dimensions
- Inspect concrete work routinely for code, contract, and QA/QC Plan compliance; document and escalate quality issues
- Support RFI coordination and design/layout solutions for the Concrete Operations team
- Support the Project QA/QC Plan: pre-planning meetings, daily huddles, first-installation inspections, safety and scheduled inspections, and punchlist inspections/corrections
- Coordinate material deliveries, storage, and logistics with the Superintendent and subcontractors; track inventory
- Maintain project documentation (specs, drawings, submittals, RFIs, as-builts) and track labor/material production rates against planned controls
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
- Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid)
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid)
- Long-term Disability Insurance (company paid)
- Short-term Disability Insurance (employee paid)
- Critical Illness Insurance (employee paid)
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance (employee paid)
- Accident Insurance (employee paid)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
