Field Engineer

About the Role

The Field Engineer I is an entry-level, development-track role designed for recent graduates seeking to learn development and construction from the ground up and grow toward field leadership. This role provides on-site technical oversight and engineering support for land development and construction projects, ensuring they are completed On Time, On Budget, On Brand, and On NOI.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical oversight and field support for land development and construction projects, serving as a field resource.
• Conduct daily site inspections and monitor land development progress to ensure compliance with schedule, budget, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify that field work aligns with approved plans, designs, blueprints, and specifications.
• Follow quality control procedures and inspection protocols; document deviations and support corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues on-site and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and supervisors to implement solutions.
• Review specifications and plan documents; support the RFI (Request for Information) process and submittal tracking.
• Interpret design and construction drawings and diagrams for field verification and quantity tracking.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, progress reports, inspection records, and a comprehensive photo and data log of field activity.
• Prepare project assessment reports and update project status for site managers and the Director of Construction.
• Attend project and site meetings to provide technical input and recommendations for process improvement.
• Monitor site safety practices and support compliance with OSHA and site-specific safety requirements.
• Utilize construction management software to record, track, and report field data.
• Support the achievement of LC’s Zero Defects standard: On Time, On Budget, On Brand, and On NOI.
• Grow and develop towards field leadership, adhering to LC’s five leadership behaviors: Humility, Caring, Curiosity, Courage, and Grit.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Foundational understanding of the design and construction process, including construction means and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret design and construction blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction site inspection, quality inspection, and construction site safety practices.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound technical troubleshooting judgment in a field environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, changing jobsite environment with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in (or ability to quickly learn) construction management software, and proficiency in Google Docs, Google Sheets, MS Office, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Collaborative, coachable approach with a drive to grow and develop.
• Must be able to work on and travel to active construction and land development sites.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, construction science, or a related discipline.
• Zero to two (0–2) years of relevant experience; internship or co-op experience in construction, civil, or land development is preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction site inspection, contract compliance, field engineering, quality inspection, and reading blueprints and diagrams.
• Familiarity with construction management software is preferred.
• Ability to work on and travel to active construction and land development sites.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites are required.
• Physical Demands: Regularly walk active construction sites over uneven terrain; stand; sit; climb; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; handle objects; reach; talk and hear. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to focus.
• Work Environment: Primarily field-based on active construction and land development sites; office environment for reporting and coordination. Exposure to outside weather, wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high places. Loud noise levels in the field. Travel to local and out-of-state project sites may be required. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn on site.