Field Engineer
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Fueled by high quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.
This role is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.
Our Northeast Division is a well-respected and award-winning group where career development, training, and mentoring co-exist with diverse civil, environmental, water resources, infrastructure, and traffic/transportation projects in a fast-paced and rewarding work environment.
Our New England region is hiring a Field Engineer to support the successful execution of infrastructure projects. This role serves as the bridge between design and construction, ensuring that plans are accurately implemented in the field, while maintaining quality and schedule requirements, and keeping detailed notes and measurements for record documentation.
The Field Engineer will closely with project managers, design engineers, contractors, and clients to keep projects moving and resolve field issues in real time. While this position is primarily a field position and will require travel within Massachusetts and Rhode Island, it also may provide opportunities for in-office work and opportunities to support design projects. Candidates must be local to one of these two locations or willing to relocate.
Primary Responsibilities:
Serve as a site representative on behalf of the engineer to verify construction aligns with design plans and specifications
Maintain detailed notes and measurements for record documentation
Coordinate with project managers, in-office engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to support day-to-day construction activities
Review drawings, specifications, and technical documents for constructability and accuracy
Monitor project progress, track quantities, and provide regular field reports and updates, on a daily and weekly basis
Perform submittal reviews, and complete construction administration paperwork and activities such as payment requisitions, meeting agendas and minutes, punch lists, RFI responses, and closeout paperwork
Prepare record drawings for as-built infrastructure, utilizing AutoCAD
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve field issues or design discrepancies in collaboration with the design team
Conduct quality control inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
Assist with cost tracking, scheduling updates, and change order documentation
What we're looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field
Strong understanding of construction methods and materials
Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings, plans, and specifications
Experience or ability and willingness to learn AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and/or similar tools
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work outdoors in varying site conditions and travel to project locations as needed
Valid driver’s license with good driving history
Previous experience in construction, consulting, or field engineering is a plus
EIT certification or working toward licensure is preferred
Experience with public-sector infrastructure projects (DOT, municipal, water/wastewater, etc.) is preferred
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Why you'll love working for us:
Company-subsidized medical and dental.
Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.
401k match, tuition assistance, and more.
Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.
Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.
Apex Job Title: Engineer 1 - Staff Engineer
Annual Expected Pay Range $65,000 — $85,000 USD
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