Field Engineer-Federal Construction

Kimmel & Associates•Norfolk, VA

10d•$85,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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 escalate 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.