Field Engineering Technologist

Our client is actively seeking an experienced Field Engineering Technologist to join their team in Lima, OH! This individual will support the safe and effective execution of Major Projects by coordinating field activities, verifying contractor performance, and maintaining accurate project documentation. The role itself serves as a key interface between the field, engineering, contractors,and project leadership, ensuring work is performed in accordance with approved plans, safety requirements, and project controls. 

This is a full-time, long-term contract opportunity with a leader in the energy sector offering competitive pay of $50.00-60.00/hr, per diem (non-local candidates), health insurance (medical, vision, dental), 401K, life insurance, and more! 


Job Summary
The Field Engineering Technologist (Mechanical/Civil Discipline) supports the safe and effective execution of our US Major Projects by coordinating field activities, verifying contractor performance, and maintaining accurate project documentation. The role serves as a key interface between the field, engineering, contractors, and project leadership, ensuring work is performed in accordance with approved plans, safety requirements, and project controls.
This position does not own project budgets, contracts, or final approval authority, but plays a critical role in verification, coordination, and escalation to enable timely and compliant delivery.

Key Responsibilities
Field & Construction Coordination
• Support day to day field execution activities under direction of the Construction Manager
• Coordinate contractor activities through Field Supervisors to align with approved schedules and work plans
• Participate in site walk downs, lead construction and progress meetings.
• Verify actual field construction progress against drawings, specifications, and work packages
• Identify execution risks and escalate issues proactively

Safety & Compliance
• Actively support site safety programs and contractor safety compliance
• Participate in hazard identification, job safety meetings, and field observations
• Verify that contractors are working in accordance with approved safety plans, permits, and procedures
• Model and reinforce safe work behaviors in the field
• Immediately escalate unsafe conditions or non compliance

This role supports safety execution but does not replace contractor or Prime safety accountability

Project Controls & Documentation
• Maintain accurate field documentation including:
o Daily reports
o Quantities and installed progress
o Inspection and verification records
• Support cost and schedule tracking by validating work completed
• Assist with change identification and documentation
• Support forecasting, reporting, and close out documentation as required

Contractor Interface & Verification
• Interface directly with contractors to:
o Clarify scope, drawings, and specifications
o Verify progress and completion of work
o Identify variances or non conformances
• Track contractor performance against approved plans
• Communicate observations, risks, and recommendations to project leadership

The role verifies and reports — it does not direct contractor means, methods, or commercial decisions.

Stakeholder Communication
• Serve as a liaison between field operations, engineering, project controls, and management
• Review and contribute feedback to progress reports and coordination meetings
• Escalate issues clearly, factually, and in a timely manner

Qualifications & Experience
• Diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field
• 6-8 years of experience supporting major construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction field practices and safety requirements
• Experience working with contractors and multi disciplinary teams
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills
• Comfortable working in active field environments

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.