What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Engineer - Mission Critical position at Alston Construction?
About Alston Construction:
Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For 40 years, we have been a true partner, an honest advisor, as well as a responsible contractor for our clients. We believe the success of any project depends upon a strong builder client relationship, and a commitment to establishing common goals and objectives from the project start. Alston Construction offers a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design-build experience of industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and government projects.
We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!
Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth 401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!
Job Summary: The Field Engineer is a vital entry-level role supporting field operations on large-scale, mission-critical data center projects. This position is responsible for layout verification, field coordination, document management, quality tracking, and direct support of superintendents and trade partners. Field Engineers serve as the eyes and ears of the leadership team, ensuring accurate execution of the work while learning the systems, sequencing, and tools required to grow into an Assistant Superintendent role.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Field Engineer will be primarily involved with supporting field operations on large scale, Mission Critical Data Center Projects
- Assist with site layout, benchmarks, control points, and verification of in-field conditions.
- Perform tape checks, sleeve/penetration location verification, and reference submittal drawings to validate in-place work.
- Support trade partners with RFI resolution and interpretation of plans.
- Maintain and update as-builts, redlines, and field drawings in coordination with VDC/BIM and QA/QC teams.
- Document daily work activities, field observations, and safety audits.
- Support QA/QC inspections and checklists for MEP and CSA scopes.
- Participate in daily huddles, weekly work planning sessions, and pull plan meetings.
- Support Assistant Superintendents with daily manpower tracking and three-week look-ahead.
- Help identify field constraints and proactively escalate for resolution.
- Assist with progress photo documentation, quantity tracking, and logistical coordination (laydown areas, hoisting, deliveries).
- Interface with procurement teams to confirm delivery dates and field readiness.
- Monitor jobsite for housekeeping, access, and compliance with the site-specific safety plan.
- Support LOTO, confined space, and hot work permit tracking under supervision.
- Use Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360, or other project platforms to manage RFIs, submittals, punch lists, and site documents.
- Perform reality capture tasks (e.g., 360° photos, drone documentation support, scan-to-BIM
coordination).
Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:
- 0–2 years of construction experience, co-op, or internship in a field-related role.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or
related field.
- Proficiency in reading construction drawings, submittals, and specifications.
- Comfortable working in a high-tech, MEP-intensive environment.
- Basic knowledge of safety practices and job site protocols.
- Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.
Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.