Field Civil Engineer

Location: Billings or Missoula, Montana | Project Locations Across Montana and Wyoming

Job Type: Full-Time

Travel: Up to 75% during peak project periods

About The Role We are seeking a motivated Field Civil Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of heavy civil construction and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for an early-career civil engineering professional looking to gain hands-on field experience while working alongside project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and other construction professionals.

The Field Civil Engineer will help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, quality standards, and schedule requirements. The position offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement into project engineering and project management.

Key Responsibilities Assist with daily field operations, construction planning, and project coordination.

Track construction quantities, production progress, labor, equipment utilization, and project costs.

Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Perform construction layout, surveying, and grade checks using GPS, total stations, and other field technology.

Support quality control inspections, testing requirements, and compliance documentation.

Assist with daily and weekly scheduling in coordination with field supervision.

Monitor material deliveries, subcontractor activities, and equipment usage.

Prepare and maintain RFIs, submittals, daily reports, as-built records, and other project documentation.

Promote jobsite safety and assist with safety inspections and audits.

Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors to resolve field issues.

Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, applicable regulations, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic office software.

Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

Willingness to work outdoors at active construction sites and travel to project locations as needed.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel between project sites.

Preferred Qualifications 0-5 years of experience in civil, heavy highway, earthwork, or infrastructure construction.

Familiarity with GPS equipment, total stations, construction surveying, and field layout.

Exposure to construction management, scheduling, and project documentation software such as Primavera P6, HCSS, Procore, or Bluebeam.

Understanding of construction methods, cost control, quality assurance, and jobsite safety practices.

Work Environment Field-based position supporting projects across Montana and Wyoming, with an office base in Billings or Missoula, Montana.

Travel may reach 75%, particularly during peak construction periods.

Extended hours and occasional weekend work may be required depending on project schedules.

Requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and performing physical activities such as walking, climbing, and standing for extended periods.