Field Engineer

Texas Region, TX 73301, USA

• Assist superintendents with layout, verification of dimensions, and field coordination of trade contractors against design documents.
• Conduct daily field walks to document work‑in‑place, identify conflicts, and report progress against the project schedule.
• Document field conditions through photographs, daily reports, and written records; maintain organized project files.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for general conformance.
• Serve as the site’s primary daily safety presence; conduct and document site safety orientations for all new workers.
• Perform and record daily and weekly jobsite safety inspections; issue written hazard notices and track corrective actions to closure.
• Facilitate and document weekly toolbox talk (TBT) meetings; maintain a compliant TBT program calendar.
• Develop and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) with trade foremen prior to the start of critical or high‑risk activities.
• Maintain site safety records including OSHA 300 log, inspection reports, near‑miss reports, and training documentation.
• Lead incident and near‑miss investigations; prepare written reports and participate in root cause analysis.
• Monitor and enforce site‑specific PPE requirements, housekeeping standards, and site access controls.
• Coordinate with subcontractor safety representatives; review sub safety plans for project‑specific compliance.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining the site‑specific Safety & Health Plan (SSHP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
• Liaise with OSHA compliance officers during any site visits; notify the Project Manager & Lead Superintendent immediately upon inspector arrival.

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related experience.
• Minimum 2–4 years of Commercial Construction experience.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and contract documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to create and maintain strong relationships, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and accurately in time‑sensitive situations within a team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working‑style preference, family status, education, and socio‑economic status. The Ellis Don core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play.

As an Ellis Don employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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