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Field Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction
- Listed: 13 Nov 2026
- Building & Construction
- British Columbia - Vancouver
Heavy Civil Construction | Metro Vancouver / Lower Mainland, BC | Permanent, Full-Time | $80,000 - $110,000 + benefits (DOE)
The Opportunity
Our client, an established heavy civil contractor, is looking for a Field Engineer to join their project team in the Lower Mainland. You'll be the link between the office and the field, working with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep work built to drawings, on schedule and on budget.
This is a hands-on, site-based role with a clear path to Project Engineer and Project Manager. It suits a civil grad or technologist with a few years on site who wants to build a long-term career in heavy civil.
About Our Client
A well-respected BC civil contractor that self-performs much of its work, with a steady pipeline of public and private infrastructure projects. Their work spans roads and highways, bridges and structures, underground utilities, earthworks and site servicing. They're known for a collaborative team culture, long-tenured staff and promoting from within.
What You'll Do
The Opportunity
Our client, an established heavy civil contractor, is looking for a Field Engineer to join their project team in the Lower Mainland. You'll be the link between the office and the field, working with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep work built to drawings, on schedule and on budget.
This is a hands-on, site-based role with a clear path to Project Engineer and Project Manager. It suits a civil grad or technologist with a few years on site who wants to build a long-term career in heavy civil.
About Our Client
A well-respected BC civil contractor that self-performs much of its work, with a steady pipeline of public and private infrastructure projects. Their work spans roads and highways, bridges and structures, underground utilities, earthworks and site servicing. They're known for a collaborative team culture, long-tenured staff and promoting from within.
What You'll Do
- Support the Project Manager and Superintendent with day-to-day planning and delivery of civil works
- Review drawings, specs and contract documents; flag conflicts and constructability issues early
- Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings and change orders
- Coordinate layout with surveyors and confirm work is built to line, grade and spec
- Track quantities, production and progress; support monthly progress billing
- Help maintain the project schedule and three-week look-aheads
- Carry out QA/QC inspections, testing coordination and as-built records
- Liaise with consultants, owners, municipalities, utilities and subtrades
- Prepare daily reports, site photos and meeting minutes
- Promote a strong safety culture and support site safety programs
- Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or a Civil Engineering Technology diploma (BCIT or similar)
- 2-5 years' experience as a Field Engineer, Project Engineer or Project Coordinator in civil construction
- Canadian site experience on roads, bridges, underground utilities, earthworks or similar infrastructure
- Confident reading civil drawings and specifications
- Organized and proactive, with clear written and verbal communication
- Strong Excel and MS Office skills; Procore, MS Project or P6 an asset
- EIT designation (EGBC) or ASTTBC registration an asset
- Valid BC driver's licence
- Willing to work on site and travel to projects across the Lower Mainland
- Competitive salary of $80,000 - $110,000, depending on experience
- Extended health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching
- Vehicle or mileage allowance and phone
- Year-round work on a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects
- Mentorship from experienced PMs and Superintendents, with a clear path to Project Engineer and PM
- Support for professional development and EIT/P.Eng progression
