Sargent ยท 7 hours ago
Field Engineer
South Hill, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelSargent is seeking a Field Engineer to provide technical and administrative support throughout project completion. The role involves coordinating responsibilities, assisting with project documentation, and managing various aspects of construction projects.
Civil EngineeringConstructionInfrastructure
Responsibilities
Know the job. Review contracts, plans, specs, quality control requirements, geotechnical report, estimate and bid
Develop and coordinate job specific responsibilities with the superintendent
Communicate with Project Executive and Superintendent
Assist Project Executive and Superintendent with Submittals and RFI's
Assist Project Executive and Superintendent with tracking of change orders, quantities and additional work
Oversee Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
Assist with internal and external daily reports
Set up project files and the job information packet
Attend and participate in Pre-Construction meetings and Hand-Off meetings
Support Project Team
Know the details of the job and have a thorough understanding of materials and resources needed 1 week to 3 months out. Identify long lead-time items
Review item master and job cost report identify and flag issues on reports
Update budgets as directed by Project Executive
Attend Exit Strategy meetings and assist in developing exit strategy, schedule, actions, etc
Coordinate and participate in Post Job Review
Manage requests for substantial completion, final completion, and final requisition and final payment
Manage the punch list, follow up retention, post job coordination, collecting material, closeout certification, and lien waivers
Collect and manage data for as-builts
Finalize contracts with subcontractors
Assist in writing letters of recommendation for strong subcontractors
Qualification
Required
Minimum High School Diploma or GED
Work experience in Heavy Construction as well as Construction Supervision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
OSHA 30-hour training
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required
In-depth knowledge of earthwork construction, encompassing technology, equipment, methods, engineering practices, drawings, as well as cost control and scheduling, contracts, jurisdictions, negotiations, engineering, estimating, schedules and safety requirements
Understanding of best practices for Erosion and Sediment Control implementation and maintenance
Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
Excellent supervisory skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to travel to visit work sites
Adept at supervising multiple tasks and people at the same time, even in rapidly changing situations
Exhibit strong judgment and the ability to make sound decisions
Maintain a clean and professional appearance on job sites at all times
Knowledge of and ability to consistently adhere to all relevant safety standards
Stand or walk frequently and for long durations
Manual dexterity and the ability to use hands and arms to grasp, reach for, handle and assemble or manipulate objects
Lift and carry materials and tools weighing up to 50 pounds
Climb up and down ladders and other objects
Stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl in construction areas, including confined spaces
20/40 vision, with or without corrective lenses
Hear (naturally or with correction) on sites where the hearing of backup alarms or other sounds may be required
Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties
Preferred
Four-year Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred, or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience
Company
Sargent
Sargent Corporation is an employee-owned earthwork construction company that traces our beginning to 1926 in Alton, Maine.
Founded in 1926
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Herb Sargent
President/CEO
Tasha Gardner
VP - Finance / CFO
Recent News
NH Business Review
2025-09-12
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