Field Engineer for West Tx. Area.

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob 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.