Field Engineer

Flatiron Construction Corp • Virginia Beach, VA

16d

About The Position

The Field Engineer oversees critical aspects of construction projects, ensuring work complies with engineering standards, codes, and contract specifications. The role coordinates project resources, technical documentation, scheduling, cost reporting, quality assurance, field layout, permits, and subcontractor activities to support safe, timely, and budget-conscious production.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least 2 years of construction engineering experience.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and applicable project standards.
• Ability to assume responsibility and interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily with project crews to review production schedules and confirm that materials, equipment, and other resources are available.
• Collect, coordinate, and analyze shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements, and project data to ensure quality and contract compliance.
• Provide technical input for project work plans and schedules.
• Identify production, material, equipment, or process risks that could negatively affect the budget or schedule.
• Evaluate daily production, schedule, and budget projections to track project performance.
• Document daily activities using company-approved methods and technologies.
• Submit accurate project quantity inputs and controls using assigned project cost codes.
• Coordinate cost coding with finance and accounting teams for employee time, materials, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
• Review and approve daily timecards for construction crews, and work with the Office Manager, payroll, and construction supervisors to resolve inquiries as needed.
• Review project specifications for quality assurance before, during, and after project work.
• Initiate and manage certificates, inspections, and other construction production documentation.
• Coordinate field layout with construction crews and engineering leaders, ensuring utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins.
• Initiate and manage permits required before work begins.
• Assist with developing design drawings and provide technical input as needed.
• Coordinate subcontractor work methods, schedules, and crews as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program.
• Industry-leading 401(k)/RRSP.
• Medical/extended health care, dental, vision, and/or provincial medical coverage.
• Wellness benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level