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Civil Field Engineer
AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLCPhoenix, AZ
Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28
Full-timeconstructionexcavationsolar panel services
Quick Summary
Civil Field Engineer supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar, BESS, wind) with onsite oversight of grading, roads, foundations, and drainage activities.
Skills & Keywords
Civil engineeringRenewable energy projectsSite oversightQA/QC inspections
What You’ll Do
- Leading day-to-day onsite oversight of grading, roads, foundations, drainage, and other civil construction activities on utility-scale renewable energy projects.
- Overseeing survey and earthwork activities to ensure accuracy and alignment with project plans and specifications.
- Ensuring civil and structural quality through inspections, QA/QC efforts, and compliance with project specifications.
- Overseeing civil subcontractors, coordinating schedules, and ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule.
- Monitoring the delivery, staging, and tracking of Owner Supplied Equipment and civil materials onsite.
- Managing civil NCRs and corrective actions, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking.
- Supporting inspections, punch walks, permit closeouts, and compliance activities.
- Conducting regular site walks to monitor installation progress, identify potential issues, and help keep projects on schedule.
- Reviewing work plans, construction methods, safety procedures, and schedules for civil and general construction activities.
- Maintaining accurate project documentation related to site conditions, inspections, field decisions, and project progress.
- Serving as EPS's onsite representative while building strong working relationships with clients, utilities, AHJs, EPCs, contractors, and community stakeholders.
- Supporting team development by sharing knowledge, mentoring junior field staff, and contributing to operational improvement efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
- Experienced construction professional with a civil engineering background and familiarity with solar, BESS, or wind projects.
- Skilled at coordinating multiple trades and managing civil scopes including grading, earthwork, foundations, and drainage in a fast-paced field environment.
- Strong communicator who builds trust with EPC partners, utilities, and internal teams.
- You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
- Excellent at documenting meetings, decisions, and site changes.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe, and construction scheduling tools.
- Able to pass a background check, motor vehicle screening, and pre-employment drug test.
- Safety trained for field work (OSHA 10).
- Willing and able to travel to project sites across the United States.
Nice to Have
- EIT or PE licensure.
- Experience with utility-scale solar, BESS, or wind construction.
- Familiarity with survey and earthwork coordination on large-scale projects.
- Experience managing NCRs, corrective actions, and turnover documentation.
- Meaningful Growth Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
- Real Collaboration Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
- Respect for Your Time We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
- Benefits That Care You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
- Weekly Team Lunches Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
- Culture That Connects We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
- A Place People Love to Work We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.
Why AKS?
At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:
Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.
AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
About AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC
AKS is a multidisciplined engineering firm specializing in land development, energy, and infrastructure solutions for utility-scale renewable projects.
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