What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Engineer position at Actalent?
Coordinate daily field activities with general contractors and subcontractors to ensure project progress and compliance. Review and interpret design drawings, specifications, and construction documents to support field execution. Provide technical design support, including drafting revisions, clarifications, and engineering calculations as needed. Perform on-site inspections to verify work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to project standards. Prepare and maintain field reports, progress documentation, and engineering summaries. Identify and communicate construction issues, recommending practical engineering solutions. Collaborate with project managers, designers, and stakeholders to maintain schedule alignment and resolve field challenges.
Responsibilities- Coordinate daily field activities with contractors to ensure project progress.
- Review and interpret design drawings and construction documents.
- Provide technical design support and engineering calculations.
- Perform on-site inspections to verify work quality and safety compliance.
- Prepare and maintain field reports and progress documentation.
- Identify construction issues and recommend engineering solutions.
- Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to resolve field challenges.
- Experience with civil engineering firm for 2 years
- Degree in civil engineering
- Proficiency in Civil 3D and AutoCAD
- Comfortable with on-site work in NYC 5 days a week
- Bachelor's in civil engineering
- Experience in land development, construction management, grading, and civil design
The role requires working on job sites from 7 AM to 3 PM, with occasional Saturdays. This is an hourly role, and compensation is provided for any hours worked beyond the standard schedule.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Jersey City, NJ.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $75000.00/yr.
medical vision dental 401k
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Jersey City,NJ.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000