Construction Field Engineer

A-C Electric Company10 months ago
Bakersfield, CA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

The Construction Field Engineer will assist the Project Manager and Project Team in the daily operations of construction projects. This role is essential for ensuring projects run smoothly by supporting administrative tasks, coordinating with different teams, and helping maintain project documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Submittal Support: Assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of commodity submittals to ensure timely submission and compliance with project requirements.
  • Scheduling: Perform schedule updates, maintain records within project folders and Procore, and distribute updates to internal team members and sub-tier contractors.
  • Progress Drawings: Work with the Field using A-C’s standard progress drawings methodology to keep drawings updated and available through Procore.
  • Quality Assurance / Quality Control: Conduct QA/QC inspections on installed materials as directed and capture photo documentation within Procore.
  • Production Tracking: Assist with monitoring installed materials against daily progress updates and drawing revisions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Document Review: Review project plans and specifications to identify and report inconsistencies or potential issues to the Project Team.
  • Closeout Documentation: Support the preparation of project closeout packages and final reports, ensuring all files are accurate, complete, and well-organized.
  • Attend Project Meetings: Participate in internal and external meetings to gather updates, report progress, and communicate action items.
  • Assist with Field Logs and Reports: Keep daily records of site observations, work progress, safety compliance, and manpower on-site as needed.
  • Assist with Permitting and Inspections: Support scheduling inspections, managing inspection reports, and tracking required permits throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Support Change Management: Help gather documentation for potential change orders and track changes in scope.
  • Attend Site Walks: Stay informed of current progress, assist in quality control, and proactively identify field coordination needs.
  • Ensure Document Control: Maintain up-to-date logs of RFIs, submittals, and drawing revisions to support project compliance.
  • Promote Safety Culture: Support enforcement of safety standards by reporting unsafe conditions and encouraging best practices on-site.
  • Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback on project workflows to improve efficiency, quality, and overall project performance.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in construction management or a related field is a plus.
  • Previous experience in construction or a related role is preferred.
  • Basic understanding of construction processes, sequences, and terminology.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PDF) and familiarity with project management software.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work well both independently and within a team.
  • A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Benefits & Perks

  • Compensation: $60,000 – $90,000. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience. The total compensation package may also include other elements.
  • A-C Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills

Organizational Skills
QA/QC Inspections
Microsoft Office Suite
Document Control
Project Management Software
Submittal Support
Project Documentation
Scheduling
Communication
Change Management
Field Logs & Reports
Progress Drawings Management
Safety Compliance