Field Engineer

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With 125 years of experience, the FCC Group's Infrastructure Division is present in 25 countries, and its activities cover all areas of engineering and construction. It is a leader in the execution of transport infrastructure, as well as in residential and non-residential construction. FCC Construcción is currently the fourth-largest construction company in Spain in terms of contract volume and ranks among the top 30 in the world, according to the international magazine ENR (Engineering News-Record).

Project Opportunity

We are looking for a Field Engineer to join our FCC Team assigned to the MTA’s Second Avenue Subway Project.

This position is based in New York, NY, and requires daily presence in the office and/or on construction sites.

The MTA’s Second Avenue Subway project is a $7.7B expansion that will extend the Q Line from 96th Street into East Harlem, adding three new ADA-accessible stations at 106th, 116th, and 125th Streets. This long-awaited project will restore rapid transit access to a community underserved for decades, ease overcrowding on the Lexington Avenue line, and cut commute times—delivering a transformative impact for East Harlem residents and the city as a whole.

This position will support the $2 billion design-build contract for Phase 2, which includes two tunnels that will enable the development of two new subway stations in New York. Led by Connect Plus Partners, a joint venture between FCC Construction and Halmar International, the project brings together extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure, complex tunneling, and urban transit construction.

Position Summary

Reports to: Tunnel Superintendent or Cavern Superintendent

The Field Engineer supports daily underground construction operations, working directly alongside superintendents and foremen in the field. This role is responsible for coordinating technical activities, tracking construction progress, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements. Serving as a key link between design, planning, and execution, the field engineer contributes to the effective delivery of underground works.

This is a field-based position that supports the full lifecycle of construction, with engineers assigned by activity zone (tunnel or cavern) across multiple work sites.

The Field Engineer’s key responsibilities are:

• Support the superintendent in day-to-day construction activities, providing engineering input to ensure design intent and construction means are aligned.
• Assist with pre-construction planning, including constructability reviews, site logistics, and early procurement coordination.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for use in the field.
• Coordinate and track construction progress using activity-level schedules and progress measurement systems.
• Participate in and document responses to RFIs, field changes, and non-conformance issues.
• Provide support in managing subcontractor interfaces, daily production tracking, and verification of completed quantities.
• Monitor geotechnical instrumentation data (settlement points, extensometers, piezometers, etc.) and flag deviations to engineering or geotechnical leads.
• Ensure compliance with safety plans, quality assurance protocols, and environmental standards through field inspections and checklists.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of construction documentation, including as-builts, redlines, test reports, and shift logs.
• Coordinate and input field data for schedule updates, productivity tracking, and earned value analysis.
• Support the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Interface with survey teams, field engineers from other disciplines, and quality control personnel to align work.
• Participate in shift turnover meetings and handover documentation for 24/7 operations.
• Verify material deliveries and support materials tracking against planned work.
• Support installation tracking and compliance for critical systems (e.g., waterproofing, utilities, ventilation, fireproofing).
• Perform other duties as required by the Superintendent.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mining, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8-10 years of field construction experience and a minimum of 5 years in underground construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans.
• Proficiency with geotechnical monitoring systems and reporting tools.
• Experience using construction management software (e.g., Procore, e-Builder, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with scheduling tools like Primavera P6 is a plus.
• Exposure to BIM or 3D model viewers (e.g., Navisworks) is desirable.

Job Requirements

• Familiarity with geotechnical monitoring systems and instrumentation data review.
• Ability to work in confined underground environments with exposure to variable ground conditions and limited access.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document and report on field conditions clearly.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and capacity to adapt to real-time construction challenges.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic field environment.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, night shifts, and rotating schedules as required by tunneling operations.

Physical Demands

• Work is primarily at active underground construction sites with exposure to confined spaces, dust, noise, vibration, and variable ground conditions.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods; navigate uneven ground, scaffolding, and ladders; and work around heavy tunneling equipment.
• Requires regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety boots, high-visibility clothing, and eye/ear protection as necessary.
• Ability to perform site inspections, monitor field activities, and respond quickly to safety or operational issues in physically demanding conditions.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and rotating shifts as project demands require.
• Occasional office-based work is required for reviewing documents, preparing reports, and coordinating with project management teams.

Work Environment

FCC is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetics, creed, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please contact our HR team.