Project/Field Engineer

Job Duties: Serve as the Client's field representative, supporting day-to-day coordination with the contractor, design team, and stakeholders to maintain schedule, quality, and compliance with contract requirements. Lead and facilitate regular field and coordination meetings with the contractor and design team; document key decisions, action items, and follow-ups for the Client's project management team. Perform field inspections to verify construction activities comply with approved plans, specifications, safety requirements, and applicable standards. Prepare daily inspection reports, maintain progress documentation, and provide clear, timely updates to the Client's project management team. Review and process submittals, RFIs, and field change requests; coordinate responses with the design team and track resolution to support construction progress. Monitor construction progress, identify potential risks or conflicts, and proactively coordinate solutions with the project team. Support verification of quantities, review of contractor pay applications, and general cost and schedule tracking. Coordinate with utilities, third parties, and adjacent stakeholders to support construction activities and minimize operational impacts. Assist with testing and commissioning, punch list development, and project closeout documentation. Provide additional project engineering, inspection, and construction support services as needed to support the Client and related assignments.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (EIT preferred; PE a plus).3-8+ years of experience supporting rail, transit, transportation, or heavy civil capital projects in a field engineering, inspection, or project engineering capacity. Demonstrated experience serving as an owner/client representative, contractor, or working directly with public agencies (e.g., LA Metro, Metrolink, Caltrans, or local agencies) on active construction projects. Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, contract documents, and change management processes. Experience using Bluebeam, Procore, Unifier, or similar construction management software platforms. Strong communication skills with the ability to interface confidently with contractors, designers, agency staff, and third-party stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple filed locations and priorities in a fast-paced capital program environment. Valid Driver's license and ability to perform site visits in active construction environments.

Base Salary: $60.00-$75.00/hour DOE.Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - 100% employer-paid for employees; 50% for dependents.

Retirement: 401K with employer match