Senior Field Engineer

Senior Field Engineer - Washington D.C.

Who We Are: 

Founded in 2007, MCN Build is a diverse, dynamic commercial construction management firm headquartered in Washington, DC. We specialize in developments that enhance the community; including transformational projects that promote economic sustainability, including education, recreation, healthcare, affordable housing, and institutional spaces. While building strong, continuous relationships with our clients and the community, we recognize that our success is rooted in the professional and personal fulfilment of our most valuable asset-our employees. 

Now is the perfect time to join the MCN team! Our CEO Rudy Seikaly was named 2021 Business Leader of the Year by DC’s Chamber of Commerce. We are proud to have been named a Best Place to Work by the Washingtonian in 2015, and a Great Place to Work for 5 consecutive years and ranked on Fortune’s Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Construction 2023 and 2024. Our biggest win is from our own employees who still today overwhelmingly choose to grow with MCN as evidenced by our 95% employee retention rate and average tenure of 4 1/2 years.

We truly invest in our own people by offering top notch, company-sponsored benefits found in firms twice our size to all 100+ MCN team members. Student loan repayment plans, 529 college savings plans, tuition reimbursement, flexible working arrangements, PMP/LEED/CCM/CQM certification preparation classes, industry conference networking, and pups in the office are just some of the benefits that empower every member of the MCN team to choose their own professional and personal journey to work-life balance. 

In the last 7 years, we’ve doubled our size, added 3 new office locations in Baltimore, Prince Georges' County & U.S. Virgin Islands, celebrated 20+ employee promotions, and won two 2021 Engineering News Record (ENR) Best Project awards all while expanding our philanthropic efforts both here at home in the DMV as well as abroad in Ethiopia, Lebanon, El Salvador, and Colombia. We're 50% millennials, 20% women, and 100% driven to build our community together.

Who We’re Looking For: 

We're seeking a motivated Sr. Field Engineer with over 1 year of construction field experience who is ready to take the next step in their career. This position bridges the gap between a Field Engineer and an Assistant Superintendent, providing both technical and field leadership support while helping drive project success.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. Our Sr. Field Engineer will play a key role in project coordination, quality control, subcontractor management, schedule monitoring, document management, and field operations. This role requires sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting Superintendents and Project Managers in the successful delivery of projects.

As an exempt position, the Sr. Field Engineer is expected to exercise discretion and independent judgment in coordinating field activities, identifying project challenges, developing solutions, and supporting project leadership with operational decisions.

What You’ll Do: 

Our Sr. Field Engineer will serve as a critical link between the project management and field teams, supporting the successful planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. Working closely with the Superintendent and Project Manager, the Sr. Field Engineer will assist with daily field operations, subcontractor coordination, quality control, schedule monitoring, and document management. A day in the life of our Sr. Field Engineer consists of reviewing drawings and specifications, coordinating material deliveries and site logistics, tracking project progress, documenting field conditions, and helping ensure work is performed in accordance with project requirements. This role will participate in project meetings, assist with punch list and closeout activities, support safety compliance efforts, and proactively identify and communicate potential project challenges. The Sr. Field Engineer will also help train and mentor Field Engineers while providing technical and administrative support to the project team. If you are motivated by working efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple project. stakeholders, competing priorities, and opportunities to take ownership of project success, this may be the perfect fit for you.

What You Bring to The Table: 

• Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field is preferred
• At least 1 year of field or related experienceStrong understanding of construction means and methods, project sequencing, and field operations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents.
• Experience with quality control, site inspections, and project documentation.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts and construction software platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Procore, Plangrid, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with the capability to mentor and guide less experienced team members.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Some travel may be required depending on business needs.
  

What We Offer: 

• Salary Range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee. 75% cost sharing for family coverage including a domestic partner and HSA contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement, 401k matching.
• 20 days of PTO/year, 7 sick days/year, flexible working arrangements, the latest technology and tools to do your best work. 
• Opportunity to make an impact on a diverse team with decades of professional experience.

Email your resume to hr@mcnbuild.com, or apply online at https://www.mcnbuild.com/careers/ for immediate consideration. 

MCN Build is an equal opportunity employer with a culture that promotes diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MCN encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.