Railroad Track Construction Field Engineer

Company: Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Field Engineer in Denver, CO to join our team Duties and Responsibilities: Key duties include schedule input; submittals; preparing field work packages; compiling as-built data; verifying installation quantities; field safety and quality inspections. Perform procurement quantity takeoffs. Daily reports in construction management software. Compile necessary information for all submittals and coordinate with Document Control to ensure proper documentation. Assist Superintendent with coordination of material deliveries. Perform field verifications, inspections and measurements. Work closely with document control and field personnel to ensure they have latest drawings and installation documents. Provide schedule update information to project scheduler. Ensure that work is correctly cost coded and all extra work is coded to separate cost codes as assigned by the Project Engineer or other. Update drawings with redlines of as-built information. Attend necessary briefings and safety meetings as required. Attain necessary job specific training and maintain annual requirements. Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position. Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a construction related position preferred. Five years or more of experience on railroad construction projects including experience with embedded track. Production and Cost Tracking Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications Construction management course work or internship experience a plus Must be flexible in working in both office and field environment as needed. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work with a team Must have strong organization skills Must be highly motivated Pre-employment Requirements: Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review. Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position. Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position. Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job. Perform light work, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Able to walk on uneven surfaces. Occasionally ascend/descend step ladders and/or stairs. Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time. Regularly kneel, bend, and squat. Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position. Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position. Able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery. Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet). $100,000 - $125,000 a year We are nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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