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Field Engineer

Southland Holdings
Charles, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Southland Holdings company is currently accepting resumes for a highly motivated Field Engineer to join our team in Lake Charles LA/Vinton LA/Beaumont TX Area.

This position requiring 1-3 years' with heavy civil general contractor experience.

Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Receive, review, forward and track status of submittals
  • Assist in management of project permit process
  • Assist is preparation of bid packages and procurement
  • Receive and review change orders
  • Assist more senior civil engineers with entry level engineering tasks
  • Assist with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting/monitoring contractor's compliance with contract documents
  • Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing
  • releases and reports status
  • Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications
  • Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course
  • of construction are recorded
  • Completes project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents
  • Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
  • Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers
  • and contractors
  • Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Construction/related degree with 1-3 years construction experience/heavy civil general contractor experience.
  • Transportation experience is highly preferred
  • Ability to speak English and Spanish is a REQUIREMENT
  • Excellent computer skills and analytical ability
  • Experience working with Primavera P6, AutoCAD. Understanding of industrial construction process
  • Must have ability to interpret contract specifications and drawings. Knowledge of contract procedures and principles
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment
  • Ability to understand construction logic and sequencing of complex projects

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Relevant experience can waive degree.

Benefits (Full-time):

  • 401K & 401K Matching
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Referral Program
  • Weekly payroll

For more than 100 years, hard-working, honest, innovative people have been building what has become SOUTHLAND HOLDINGS. We combine the strengths of five companies who share a dedication to building critical infrastructure projects which improve the environment and lives of those around us. Southland Holdings is an EEO employer - M/F/D/V

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