Field Engineer

THE DOUGLASTON COMPANIES • New York, NY

3d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Douglaston Companies is hiring a Field Engineer to support site superintendents and project managers on construction projects. The role involves maintaining project documentation and schedules, reviewing drawings, processing submittals and RFIs, documenting site walkthroughs, and observing and reporting safety concerns. The position is based in Harlem, New York, and offers a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one day remote, subject to work location and role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or an Architectural degree.
• Ability to safely navigate a construction site, including climbing ladders and stairs, using job hoists, and working in inclement weather and hazardous, cluttered, or dark areas.
• Must have a team-driven focus.
• Accurate, with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant internships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining daily reports.
• Assist in maintaining the superintendent’s log.
• Maintain meeting minutes and sign-in sheets.
• Assist in creating and maintaining job schedules.
• Send or respond to emails on behalf of superintendents as directed.
• Review design drawings and shop drawings.
• Create RFIs as directed.
• Observe and report safety concerns.
• Accompany superintendents on walkthroughs and document them.
• Process submittals.
• Process RFIs.
• Assist site superintendents and project managers as required.

Benefits

• Ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Employer-paid basic life insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
• Paid leave and disability programs.
• Pet insurance.
• Mental health resources, including counseling.
• Paid vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick days.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Hybrid work schedule with four days in office and one day remote, subject to work location and role.

What This Job Offers

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