Field Professional 2
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering, geology, or a related field is required.
- Two years of experience is required.
- ACI and Nuclear Gauge Safety certifications are required.
- Coordinate geotechnical drilling, mark field borings, log field activities, and perform site reconnaissance.
- Conduct laboratory activities as needed.
- Prepare and/or distribute boring logs, boring plans, and other critical reports under the supervision of a senior engineer.
- Assist local construction materials testing projects with special inspection services.
- Assist with or conduct construction materials testing services as needed.
- Assist in preparing proposals for geotechnical, construction materials testing, and environmental services.
- Provide oversight and on-the-job training to Field Professional I employees.
- Assist with construction document and daily field report reviews as needed.
- Represent the company at professional and/or client meetings.
- Perform other special assignments and projects as assigned by Branch or Senior Management.
- A master's degree is preferred.
- Engineer-in-Training certification is preferred.
About the company
Building & Earth is a geotechnical engineering, construction-materials testing, and inspection firm. Engineers, geologists, technicians, drill crews, and inspectors support projects in the field and laboratory. It investigates sites, evaluates soil and foundations, tests construction materials, and performs special inspections and environmental services. The scope is Building & Earth Sciences and its technical service network. Roles include engineering, field testing, laboratory work, drilling, project management, safety, and administration. Its workforce connects frontline delivery with the specialist, operational, technical, and business teams that support the organization.
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Headquarters
Birmingham, Alabama
Founded
1998
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Huntsville's new 8,000-square-foot office opened February 26, 2025, expanding lab capacity.
- The company keeps winning work, including Paddy's Run Flood Pump Station Phase II.
- Repeated ENR Top 500 recognition and UAB Fast 40 validate growth momentum.
What critics are saying
- Terracon and Intertek-PSI dwarf Building & Earth, compressing pricing on repeatable testing.
- ENR shows only $51.4 million revenue, limiting resilience against project delays.
- Any major safety or test-failure lawsuit could destroy trust in contractor relationships.
What makes Building & Earth unique
- Building & Earth offers geotechnical engineering, CMT, environmental consulting, and special inspections.
- It operates in 35 states from 16 cities, giving regional coverage.
- ENR ranked Building & Earth 405th in 2026, up from 449th.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours