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Project Field Engineer jobs are open across construction, utilities, oil and gas, and telecommunications, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in civil infrastructure, electrical systems, and heavy industrial projects. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to learn the industry and lay the foundation for lifelong success. Responsibilities:
- Assist with document control and Exhibit Bs
- Read and understand basic shop drawings and compare them to project documents. Verification of shop drawings to field conditions
- Assist in maintenance of project file
- Support the quality control and punch list process
- Assist with site logistics and Construction Management Plan
- Assist with establishing and maintaining vertical and horizontal control on the project
- Assist with safety requirements on the job
- Assist with the Baseline Schedule updates
- Assist Superintendent with project documentation including the Daily Report
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent construction management experience
- Demonstrated leadership skills and aptitude.
- Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $13 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
Suffolk is seeking people who are bold. Curious. Innovative. Caring. Looking for the career opportunity of a lifetime. We’ll challenge and inspire you to be your very best. We’ll embrace what makes you unique and lift you up as you take chances. Here, you’ll find a place where you can act with purpose and integrity, bringing intelligence and grit to every aspect of your job. Join us for the chance to learn the industry and lay the foundation for lifelong success. Responsibilities:
- Assist with document control and Exhibit Bs
- Read and understand basic shop drawings and compare them to project documents. Verification of shop drawings to field conditions
- Assist in maintenance of project file
- Support the quality control and punch list process
- Assist with site logistics and Construction Management Plan
- Assist with establishing and maintaining vertical and horizontal control on the project
- Assist with safety requirements on the job
- Assist with the Baseline Schedule updates
- Assist Superintendent with project documentation including the Daily Report
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent construction management experience
- Demonstrated leadership skills and aptitude.
- Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $13 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.? For more information, click?here.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project field engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Proficiency reading and interpreting construction drawings, schematics, and specifications
- 2 to 5 years of field or site-based engineering experience
- Experience using project management or field reporting software
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites
Tips for Your Project Field Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to field metrics
Project field engineers are hired on outcomes, so your resume should lead with measurable field results: project values completed on budget, schedule recovery examples, or safety incident rates you helped maintain. Generic job-duty bullets won't move you forward.
List every relevant field certification
Certifications like OSHA 30, PMP, and equipment-specific credentials often appear as hard filters in applicant tracking systems before a human ever reads your resume. Place them in a dedicated section near the top so they're scanned immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project field engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project type, not just title
A project field engineer role at a water treatment contractor is fundamentally different from one at a telecom tower company. Search by industry sector or project type alongside the title to avoid wasting applications on work that doesn't match your hands-on background.
Prepare a site-specific portfolio or photo record
Many hiring managers for field roles ask candidates to walk through a past project visually. A concise set of annotated site photos or as-built documentation showing your direct involvement is far more persuasive than a written description of the same work.
Negotiate start date around project phase timing
Field engineering roles often open because a project is entering a new phase, so your proposed start date carries real weight. Ask about the current project phase during interviews and, if possible, align your availability to when boots on the ground are actually needed.
Project Field Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project field engineers?
The most active employers for project field engineers right now are Satterfield & Pontikes, Baker Construction Enterprises, and SCOTT BRIDGE COMPANY, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with project awards and infrastructure funding cycles, so checking back regularly surfaces newly posted roles.
How many project field engineer jobs are remote?
About 7% of project field engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work is physically tied to job sites. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote days are project coordination, documentation review, and reporting functions rather than active construction inspection or site supervision duties.
How do you become a project field engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering. Pursue internships or co-op placements that put you on actual construction or industrial sites rather than purely office-based roles. Obtain foundational safety credentials like OSHA 30 before your first full-time job search, then build toward a PMP or relevant technical certification as your site hours accumulate.
Can you get hired as a project field engineer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level project field engineer roles exist, but they typically require proof of site exposure even if your work history is short. Internships, co-op rotations, or even part-time work assisting on a construction crew all count. Emphasize your ability to read drawings, follow safety protocols, and communicate across trades in your application materials, since those are the skills newer hires are tested on first.
What does the project field engineer interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your engineering background and site experience. A technical round follows, often asking you to walk through a past project, interpret a drawing, or describe how you handled a field problem. Final rounds typically involve meeting project managers or superintendents who assess how well you'd operate in a fast-moving site environment.
Where can I find and apply to project field engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to project field engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferred location or project type, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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