Field Engineer - MEP

Flatiron Construction Corp•Virginia Beach, VA

About The Position

The Field Engineer - MEP will oversee critical aspects of construction work to ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, and contract specifications. The position is part of the design-build expansion of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, including construction of the Parallel Thimble Shoal Tunnel. The project involves marine construction, deep foundations, and tunnel structures intended to improve capacity, safety, and reliability along the corridor. The Field Engineer coordinates production resources, project information, scheduling, cost tracking, quality assurance, permits, inspections, field layout, and subcontractor activities. The role works closely with project crews, engineering leaders, construction supervisors, office staff, and finance and accounting teams.

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