What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Engineer position at CBRE Government & Defense Services?
Job Summary
The Field Engineer will support execution of a federal healthcare construction project. This role will assist in document control, RFI management, as-built documentation, and PMIS Project Management Information Systems administration, while supporting field coordination and compliance with Government contract requirements. The Field Engineer will play a key role in maintaining accurate project documentation, supporting quality control processes, and ensuring alignment with USACE standards and procedures.
Primary Job Functions
Document Control & Submittals
- Maintain and control project documentation including drawings, specifications, submittals, and correspondence
- Ensure proper version control and distribution in accordance with contract requirements
- Support submittal tracking and coordination using Government systems
RFI Management
- Prepare, log, and track RFIs
- Coordinate with subcontractors, field staff, and design team to ensure timely resolution
- Maintain accurate RFI records within PMIS platforms
As-Built Documentation
- Assist in development and maintenance of as-built drawings
- Coordinate with field teams to ensure accurate and timely updates
- Supporting documentation requirements
PMIS Administration (Project Management Information Systems)
- Administer project data in systems such as USACE RMS/QCS and Procore
- Maintain accurate logs for RFIs, submittals, daily reports, and deficiencies
- Ensure compliance with Government reporting requirements
Field & Quality Control Support
- Assist with daily reporting, field documentation, and coordination activities
- Support the Quality Control (QC) process in alignment with USACE CQC requirements
- Participate in inspections, deficiency tracking, and resolution
Meetings & Coordination
- Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes
- Support coordination between project stakeholders including Government representatives
Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required
- Three (3) years of construction experience required
- One (1) plus year experience with USACE projects or federal construction environments preferred
- Basic understanding of construction documents and project delivery processes
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Willingness to learn and develop within a federal construction environment
- Familiarity with RMS/QCS systems
- Exposure to Procore or similar PMIS platforms
- Knowledge of CQC (Construction Quality Control) processes
- Basic understanding of EM385-1-1 safety requirements
Working Conditions
- Active construction site environment
- Must be able to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders, and work in varying weather conditions
- Standard site safety requirements apply
Disclaimer
CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The base salary range for this position is $60,000- $80,000. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but not limited to: medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term incentives benefits.
This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.
THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES.
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000