Field Engineer - Mission Critical - Dallas, TX

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Engineer is an entry-level role supporting field operations on large-scale, mission-critical data center projects. The position supports layout verification, field coordination, document management, quality tracking, and superintendents and trade partners. Field Engineers help ensure work is accurately executed while learning the systems, sequencing, and tools needed to progress toward an Assistant Superintendent role.

Requirements

0–2 years of construction experience, co-op, or internship in a field-related role.
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Proficiency in reading construction drawings, submittals, and specifications.
Comfort working in a high-tech, MEP-intensive environment.
Basic knowledge of safety practices and jobsite protocols.
Valid state-issued driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and vehicle insurance meeting Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist with site layout, benchmarks, control points, and verification of in-field conditions.
Perform tape checks and sleeve and penetration location verification, and use submittal drawings to validate in-place work.
Support trade partners with RFI resolution and interpretation of plans.
Maintain and update as-builts, redlines, and field drawings in coordination with VDC/BIM and QA/QC teams.
Document daily work activities, field observations, and safety audits.
Support QA/QC inspections and checklists for MEP and CSA scopes.
Participate in daily huddles, weekly work planning sessions, and pull plan meetings.
Support Assistant Superintendents with daily manpower tracking and three-week look-ahead planning.
Identify field constraints and proactively escalate them for resolution.
Assist with progress photo documentation, quantity tracking, and logistical coordination, including laydown areas, hoisting, and deliveries.
Coordinate with procurement teams to confirm delivery dates and field readiness.
Monitor the jobsite for housekeeping, access, and compliance with the site-specific safety plan.
Support LOTO, confined space, and hot work permit tracking under supervision.
Use Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360, or other project platforms to manage RFIs, submittals, punch lists, and site documents.
Perform reality capture tasks, such as 360° photos, drone documentation support, and scan-to-BIM coordination.