Field Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 27, 2026.
Job Title: Field Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Fresno, California
Salary Range: $95,000 - $140,000 (Based on Experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Important Information
Prospective candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring present or future visa support
Relevant U.S. heavy civil construction background is mandatory
About the Project
Join a major infrastructure endeavor in progress in the Central Valley of California. This extensive transportation project entails a 32-mile alignment with varied civil scopes including bridges, viaducts, tunnel work, utility relocations, trench sections, railroad coordination, roadway improvements, and significant river crossings.
Role Summary
We are in search of a seasoned Field Engineer to provide support for field operations, planning, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and technical implementation on a large heavy civil project. The position involves working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and field teams to guarantee successful project completion.
Primary Responsibilities
Analyze plans, specifications, and establish construction schedules in alignment with project milestones
Manage subcontractors for procurement, preconstruction deliverables, and readiness activities
Aid in bid packages, quote collection, and contract preparation
Develop work plans, construction packages, and lead preconstruction coordination meetings
Update and circulate work schedules while coordinating notifications with internal teams and agencies
Supervise daily field activities and ensure work adheres to plans and specifications
Collaborate with design teams to address technical issues and field changes
Assist in subcontract administration including RFIs, submittals, correspondence, and performance tracking
Support monthly progress billing, reporting, forecasting, and issue resolution
Participate in change orders and claims documentation
Foster strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, consultants, and field personnel
Enforce jobsite safety standards, cleanliness, and productivity expectations
Recognize evolving site conditions and assist in proactive solution development
Aid in permits, crossing applications, inspections, quality checks, and closeout documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
5+ years of heavy civil construction experience
Thorough knowledge of construction safety and OSHA regulations
Experience in cost tracking, estimating, forecasting, and contracts
Familiarity with CPM scheduling and resource planning preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Preference for Primavera P6 experience
Effective communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented with a knack for early discrepancy detection
Self-driven with a strong work ethic and capability to work independently or within a team
Desirable Background
Involvement in transportation infrastructure projects
Experience with bridges, structures, utility relocations, rail, tunnels, or roadway construction
Exposure to public works or design-build projects
Compensation Package
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Chance to contribute to a significant infrastructure project in California
Submit Your Application
If you possess strong field engineering experience in heavy civil construction and wish to be part of a groundbreaking project, submit your application today.