ITS Field Engineer

Overview

Are you ready to lead with precision and tackle complex challenges? As an ITS Field Engineer, you’ll play a hands-on role supporting the construction and integration of ITS, traffic signal, and overhead signing systems on a major roadway infrastructure project. You’ll work closely with project management, design teams, superintendents, subcontractors, and field crews to help turn designs into successful field installations.

You will be joining our $4.6B SR 400 Express Lanes project in Atlanta—one of the largest roadway projects in the United States—delivered through a public-private partnership led by FlatironDragados and Acciona. This landmark infrastructure project includes the design, construction, long-term operation, and maintenance of the corridor for 50 years, transforming a critical route and supporting mobility in one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

What you will be doing

• Meets daily with project crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Support the construction, installation, testing, and integration of ITS, traffic signal, and overhead signing systems on a large-scale roadway infrastructure project.
• Support the installation and construction of overhead sign structures, including coordination of field activities, subcontractors, materials, and installation requirements.
• Assist with ITS and traffic signal construction, testing, integration, and troubleshooting, including coordination of electrical components and roadway systems.
• Work closely with the project team during high-volume construction periods, maintaining a strong field presence and supporting the project through critical phases of construction.
• Utilize tools such as MicroStation, Excel, and Primavera P6 to review drawings, track project information, and understand construction sequencing and schedules.
• Collects, coordinates and analysis shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Remits accurate project quantity input and controls using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages cost coding with Company finance and accounting teams regarding employee time, materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Reviews and approves daily timecards for all Company construction crews. Works with Office Manager, payroll and job construction supervisors to resolve timecard inquiries, as needed.
• Reviews project specifications for quality assurance at the beginning of work, during the project work and after work completes. Initiates and manages appropriate certificates, inspections and other documentation regarding construction production on the project site.
• Works with construction crews and engineering leaders to plan field layout on the project site, ensuring appropriate utility and commercial lines are marked before production begins. Initiates and manages any permits needed before work can begin.
• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
• 1+ years of construction engineering experience required, preferably in roadway, transportation, ITS, traffic signals, or related infrastructure.
• Demonstrated understanding of the construction process from design through field installation; candidates should be comfortable working beyond a purely design-focused role.
• Field experience with ITS, traffic signals, overhead signing/sign structures, electrical systems, or related roadway infrastructure, highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, construction documents, and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, phasing, temporary works, and schedule coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with MicroStation and Primavera P6 preferred.
• Beginner knowledge of construction equipment & techniques, drawing & specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to the project.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $105,000.00/Yr.