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Lead Field Engineer – Santa Clara County, CA
An established construction contractor renowned for delivering high-quality, large-scale infrastructure projects is seeking a Lead Field Engineer for a major water treatment plant assignment in Santa Clara County. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role on a high-impact, multi-year project, working with collaborative internal teams and dedicated industry professionals.
Lead Field Engineer Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive salary ($120K–$160K), full-time, 4-year project assignment
- Annual bonus opportunity of 10%
- Profit sharing plan (7%)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 3% company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Stipends and professional development support
Lead Field Engineer Requirements & Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of construction experience, including 5+ years on water treatment plant projects
- Prior experience as a field project engineer for a construction contractor
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Competent Person training required
- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work on-site in active construction environments and meet physical job demands
Lead Field Engineer Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience supervising project management staff and mentoring junior engineers
- Familiarity with OSHA safety requirements and enforcing safety policies
Lead Field Engineer Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Serve as on-site representative, actively engaging with project stakeholders and ensuring effective communication
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee all field engineering and project execution activities
- Lead job setup, including document preparation (schedules, submittals, purchase orders)
- Enforce safety policies, document meetings, and coordinate with OSHA as needed
- Manage logistics, staging, and coordination of materials, subcontractors, and site activities
- Support project closeout, including walkthroughs, punch lists, and preparation of as-built documents
- Foster team growth through mentorship, training, and participation in hiring and performance evaluation
This role provides a chance to directly impact infrastructure in the region while developing your leadership skills and advancing your career with a respected industry leader.
JOB ID: 172048
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Kenji Salz