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Field Engineer Midwest Region

Granite Construction·Full Time·Posted September 9, 2026

Location
Des Plaines, IL
Pay
$70k – $104k

Join Granite as a Midwest Region Field Engineer supporting heavy civil construction projects from Des Plaines, Illinois.

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Job Summary

Granite is hiring a Midwest Region Field Engineer to provide engineering and cost support and help ensure construction work meets project standards.

Responsibilities

  • Support project controls, including contract compliance, budgets, scheduling, forecasting, and job costing.
  • Interpret plans and specifications for field crews and help resolve drawing conflicts and technical issues.
  • Prepare project records, take-offs, estimates, sketches, and supporting bid documentation.
  • Coordinate material requirements, delivery schedules, and design details, and provide field layout support.

Required Experience

  • Zero to two years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
  • A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or a related field is preferred; equivalent training and experience may qualify.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, scheduling, and AGTEK Take-off software.
  • Knowledge of construction equipment, techniques, drawings, specifications, materials, and applicable standards.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range of $69,557 to $104,334. Benefits include paid leave, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending options, wellness programs, and a 401(k) match of 100% on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred, with immediate vesting. Eligible salaried employees may have access to medical plans with premiums fully paid by Granite for the employee and eligible dependents.

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