What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-level Field Civil Engineer (CMT) position at NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC?
Are you a recent Civil Engineering graduate looking to kick‑start your career with hands‑on experience, mentorship, and exposure to high‑profile construction projects? NOVA Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level Field Engineer to join our Norcross, GA team supporting Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection projects across the Atlanta metro area.
This is a salaried position with paid overtime (1.5x base rate), offering an excellent opportunity to build real‑world engineering skills while working on large-scale, prestigious projects throughout the Southeast.
Primary responsibilities will include:
- Performing field inspection, sampling, and testing of soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, foundations, and other construction materials
- Assisting with data reduction, analysis, and report preparation
- Supporting project management and technical reporting
- Working on a variety of projects including commercial, industrial, retail, government, office, and residential developments
- Communicating with clients and project teams to support project success
- Collaborating with NOVA team members to help meet project goals and company objectives
- This role is approximately 90% field-based and 10% office-based, with occasional travel.
What we're looking for:
We encourage entry-level and early-career graduates to apply!
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- (or equivalent international degree with NCEES credential evaluation)
- 0–3 years of experience in construction materials testing or inspection preferred, but not required
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred but not required
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
- Interest in hands-on fieldwork and professional growth
Why Start Your Career at NOVA?:
At NOVA Engineering, we invest in your development from day one. In addition to a welcoming company culture and competitive compensation, we offer:
- Take-home company vehicle and fuel card for daily travel to job sites
- Paid overtime in addition to salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional growth and advancement opportunities
- Certification reimbursement and incentive programs
- Paid time off and company-observed paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance (employee, spouse, and children)
- Company-paid short-term disability coverage
- Optional benefits including long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and identity theft protection
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match (50% of the first 6%)
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.