Senior Field Engineer (Heavy Civil)

Build Your Future with a Company That’s Built America for Over a Century

For more than 100 years, Zachry Construction Corporation has been shaping America’s infrastructure from highways and bridges to major civil projects that connect communities and strengthen our nation. As a family-owned company, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to our people.

At Zachry, you’re not just joining a construction company, you’re joining a family that values hard work, teamwork, and doing the right thing because it’s the right thing to do. We’re looking for dedicated individuals who are ready to grow their careers and make a lasting impact.

Our Core Values guide everything we do: Every Person Matters®, Together We Can Do Great Things®, This Is More Than a Job®.

Position Summary

Zachry Construction is seeking a Senior Field Engineer - Wastewater to support and manage operations in the field while providing accurate information to project controls on daily work activities. This position assists superintendents and foremen in executing work accurately based on drawings and specifications and reports to the Project Engineer. A successful Senior Field Engineer will serve as a key liaison between craft supervision, owners, vendors, subcontractors, and project team members to ensure efficiency and quality across all project phases.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in the Estimate Turnover Meeting
• Perform quantity takeoffs
• Assist in converting the estimate to a controlled budget and set up job files
• Coordinate and review submittals
• Attend and participate in daily and weekly safety meetings
• Manage quantities and perform quantity takeoffs, as required
• Procure and schedule subcontractors and materials to ensure crew needs are met
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers with the support of staff, superintendents, and foremen
• Assist in work plan development and monitoring with project engineer, superintendents, and foremen
• Manage quantity and cost reporting as accurately as possible and report results to superintendents and foremen
• Assist with change order pricing
• Participate in the project document control process
• Assist in documentation between Zachry, owners, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Maintain accurate project drawings and specifications
• Participate in the project close-out process
• Finalize cost report quantities used for payment applications and project reports
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of As-Built drawings
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 3 years of recent wastewater experience
• Experience working on medium to large projects required
• Experience supporting multiple disciplines related to wastewater projects
• Experience with Hard Dollar and SAP systems preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be capable, licensed, and approved to drive a company vehicle to work sites, offices, and other locations as required
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the construction site
  
  

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Zachry, we invest in our people because they’re the foundation of our success. We’re proud to offer career growth opportunities, long-term stability, and a culture built on trust and respect.

Our Industry-Leading Benefits Include

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 6% dollar-for-dollar company match, Paid Time Off, and an annual Performance Bonus Program
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and advancement
  
  

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States. Relocation may be required for ongoing opportunities and career growth.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status and will not sponsor them for work visas.

To learn more about our legacy and projects, visit www.zachrycorp.com.