Field Engineer for West Tx. Area.

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

Note : The following job description is for a Commercial Construction Project Manager position based in Odessa, TX . Candidates must be willing and able to travel to project sites across nearby counties while maintaining a home base in or near the Odessa area.

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

The Field Engineer at Butler‑Cohen thrives in the field—working 100% on-site across Midland and West Texas projects. Acting as a vital support to Superintendents and project teams, this individual ensures exceptional QA / QC, technical coordination, documentation, safety compliance, and engineering support.

Key Responsibilities

Field Execution & Coordination

Collaborate with the Superintendent on daily jobsite operations, trade coordination, and material logistics.

Interpret and enforce project drawings, shop drawings, and specifications in the field.

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Conduct regular inspections to ensure the quality of materials and workmanship.

Manage punch lists, liaise with subcontractors for corrective actions, and track non-conformances.

Documentation & Communication

Maintain daily logs, photo records, safety observations, and inspection notes.

Support RFI and submittal workflows, communicate design changes, and update as-built drawings.

Act as a field liaison to design teams, clients, and vendors to resolve technical and design questions effectively.

Survey & Layout Support

Use tools like total stations and GPS to verify layout and dimensions.

Support site setup with accurate layout verification.

Schedule & Logistics Support

Assist with short-interval planning (e.g., 3-week lookaheads) and identify potential schedule impacts.

Organize equipment staging, laydown areas, and material flow.

Safety & Compliance

Promote Butler‑Cohen’s safety culture with JHAs, hazard observations, and toolbox talks.

Report unsafe conditions and enforce compliance with site-specific protocols.

Proposal & Cost Support

Assist with proposal drafting, estimate material quantities, and participate in budget tracking.

Contribute to cost-control efforts and engineering documentation aligned with project targets.

Qualifications & Preferences

Education & Experience

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Civil Engineering, Surveying, or related field.

1–3 years of experience in the commercial construction or engineering field is required.

Technical Skills

Proficient in reading construction documents, specifications, and survey-grade layout tools.

Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with MS Project or Primavera is a plus.

Preferred Certifications

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification, First Aid, and CPR preferred.

Soft Skills & Attributes

Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset.

Excellent verbal and written communication to interface with field and office teams.

Commitment to high-quality work, safety, and continuous learning.

• Communicate clearly with the full spectrum of project stakeholders to achieve positive results.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and strategies for organizing all scopes, people, material, tools, and equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships at all levels, including clients and subcontractors
• Able to work and perform duties with minimal supervision
• Extensive problem-solving skills
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, CAD software, and Project Management software (Procore preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of project documents : specifications, plans, submittals, subcontracts, shop drawings, etc.
• Knowledge of local quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction sites

Working Conditions

This role is performed in a indoor / outdoor setting on an active commercial construction site and requires a high level of physical mobility and situational awareness.

Physical Demands :

• Must be able to walk the site multiple times per day, including uneven surfaces such as sand, gravel, or compacted dirt.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders to access all areas of the jobsite, including roofs, mezzanines, and spaces above ceilings.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and standing for extended periods are required to check framing layouts, concrete forms, and detailed fieldwork.
• Must be capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to work on their feet for most of the workday without the need for extended rest periods.
• Must be able to visually inspect small details and work elements at close range and at a distance.
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal instructions and communicate clearly across noisy jobsite environments.
• Must be physically capable of coordinating in the field with subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors throughout the day.

Working Conditions :

• Work will occur in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Must be comfortable working independently without direct supervision during afternoons, early mornings, or weekends as project needs require.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, dust, and other airborne particles; appropriate PPE must be worn.
• Must be able to safely navigate active construction areas, including nearby heavy equipment, scaffolding, and temporary structures.
• Must be able to wear full PPE for safety reasons as necessary.

Butler-Cohen does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to any employee of the company without a signed agreement in place will be considered property of Butler-Cohen, and no placement fee will be paid. Please do not contact hiring managers directly.