Field Engineer​/Engineering Assistant-Memphis

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This req serves to support full-time entry level opportunities available within the Memphis BU beginning January 2026 through October 2026. Specific opportunities available will be directly related to active and ongoing work available in the Memphis, TN area as well as available remote project assignments throughout our region. Specific assignments of candidates hired will be finalized one month prior to anticipated start date.

Reports to:

Project Engineer or Engineer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in obtaining and reviewing information and approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data, and samples and assist in communication of information across all levels of project team.
• Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission and responses for Requests for Information (RFI’s).
• Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors
• Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, and project logs.
• Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
• Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet construction schedule.
• Assist in preparation of final records for project including close-out documents, Operations/Maintenance (OM) Manuals, and other related documentation.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Position

Description:

The Field Engineer position will be assigned to the field operations team and will assist in obtaining, evaluating and coordinating all information needed to construct the project in accordance with the contract documents and to assure that the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality possible. The Field Engineer in the performance of its duties shall be responsible for the protection and promotion of the interest of Turner and all matters.

Reports To:

Project Superintendent or Superintendents

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform line and grade work for building layout and control as required.
• Assist in the implementation of the site safety program as required and ensure subcontractor compliance with Turner safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Assist in the maintenance of contract documents and electronic web-based documents for field operations.
• Assist in the preparation of Daily Construction Reports (DCR’s).
• Review all work as it is being placed to be sure it is accurate within accepted tolerances.
• Review contract drawings, specifications and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in the preparation of project as-builts.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

• Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction or relevant education. Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, desire to learn, ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing, proficient with computer applications as required to perform responsibilities.
• A basic understanding of scheduling programs preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance…