Civil Field Engineer

Position Summary

Wagner Ranch Services (WRS) is a civil site-work construction company performing excavation, underground utilities, grading, road building, and related infrastructure work.

We are looking for a Civil Field Engineer to support our construction operations through a combination of fieldwork, technical coordination, and office responsibilities. This position will work closely with project managers, superintendents, and survey personnel to assist with project layout, quantity tracking, documentation, scheduling, estimating, and overall project coordination.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both in the field and in the office. This position offers an opportunity to gain experience in multiple aspects of civil construction and develop professionally within our company.

Reports To

Project Manager and/or Superintendent (as assigned)

Core Expectations

· Safety first—follow company safety procedures and maintain awareness of jobsite hazards.

· Accuracy—ensure quantities, measurements, documentation, and project information are accurate and reliable.

· Organization—maintain clear and timely records to support field operations and project management.

· Communication—work effectively with project managers, superintendents, survey personnel, and construction crews.

· Productivity—anticipate project needs, identify potential problems, and help keep work progressing efficiently.

· Professional development—demonstrate a willingness to learn field operations, estimating, scheduling, and project management.

· Integrity—conduct business honestly, take pride in workmanship, and act in the best interest of the company.

Responsibilities1) Safety & Jobsite Awareness

· Follow all company safety requirements and maintain awareness of jobsite hazards.

· Participate in daily planning and communicate potential safety concerns.

· Work safely around heavy equipment, excavation operations, utilities, and construction traffic.

2) Layout Support & Survey Coordination

· Coordinate daily and weekly layout requirements with survey personnel and project management.

· Assist with field layout, staking, grade verification, and measurements as needed.

· Verify critical elevations, alignments, dimensions, and grades to help prevent construction errors.

· Assist with GPS and machine-control information when applicable.

3) Quantity Tracking & Production Reporting

· Track installed quantities for earthwork, utilities, aggregate, structures, and other construction activities.

· Assist with daily production reporting and monitor actual progress against project expectations.

· Support quantity verification for progress billings, project cost tracking, and forecasting.

· Identify discrepancies between estimated and actual quantities and communicate findings to management.

4) As-Builts, Photos & Field Documentation

· Maintain accurate as-built drawings and construction records throughout projects.

· Document utility locations, elevations, material changes, and field adjustments.

· Organize project photographs, testing results, delivery tickets, and related documentation.

· Assist in preparing project closeout documentation.

5) Plans, Revisions & RFI Support

· Review construction plans, specifications, and project requirements.

· Help ensure field personnel are working from current plans and revisions.

· Identify plan conflicts, missing information, and potential constructability concerns.

· Assist project managers with requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and project correspondence.

· Support field verification of materials and installation requirements.

6) Quality Control & Rework Prevention

· Assist with field inspections and verification of completed work.

· Coordinate required material testing, compaction testing, and inspections.

· Monitor compliance with project plans and specifications.

· Identify potential quality concerns early and communicate corrective recommendations.

7) Change Management Support (T&M / Change Orders)

· Identify potential changes in scope, differing site conditions, and unforeseen construction issues.

· Document additional work through field measurements, photographs, quantities, and supporting records.

· Assist project managers with time-and-material documentation and change order preparation.

· Maintain organized records to support accurate project billing.

8) Project Scheduling & Coordination

· Assist project managers and superintendents with developing and maintaining construction schedules.

· Help prepare and update short-term schedules, lookahead plans, and project progress reports.

· Monitor project milestones and communicate potential delays or scheduling conflicts.

· Assist with coordinating labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and deliveries.

· Help identify scheduling constraints and support corrective actions to maintain project progress.

· Provide office support with scheduling and project coordination as required.

9) Estimating & Bid Preparation

· Assist estimators and project managers with preparing estimates and bids for civil construction projects.

· Perform quantity takeoffs from construction plans and specifications.

· Assist with calculating material quantities, labor requirements, equipment needs, and production estimates.

· Help obtain and organize subcontractor and supplier quotations.

· Review bid documents and assist with identifying project requirements and potential construction challenges.

· Organize estimating information and assist with preparing bid worksheets and supporting documentation.

· Participate in estimating and bid preparation activities as assigned.

10) Communication & Project Management Support

· Maintain regular communication with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and survey personnel.

· Assist with coordinating daily field activities and resolving project constraints.

· Provide accurate updates regarding quantities, progress, scheduling, and field conditions.

· Assist with project meetings, documentation, and administrative tasks as required.

· Represent WRS professionally when communicating with engineers, inspectors, owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.

· Support additional project management and office responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications (Entry-Level or Mid-Level)

· Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent construction experience will be considered.

· Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans, grades, and specifications.

· Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.

· Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Experience with construction estimating, quantity takeoffs, or scheduling software preferred but not required.

· Experience with GPS, machine-control systems, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Trimble, Topcon, or similar technology is beneficial.

· Willingness to work both in the field and in an office environment.

· Comfortable working outdoors around heavy equipment in varying weather conditions.

· Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with others.

· Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.

· Willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities as experience develops.

Schedule

Typically Monday–Friday, approximately 40–50 hours per week. Longer days and occasional weekend work may be required depending on project schedules. Applicants must be willing to maintain a flexible schedule when needed.

Pay

Pay depends on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated abilities and will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Experience:

• Construction: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $40