Field Engineer – Superintendent Career Track

Eastern States Construction Service

Build Projects. Lead People. Become a Superintendent.

Eastern States Construction Service is looking for motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career in heavy civil construction leadership.

Our Field Engineer – Superintendent Career Track is designed for experienced field employees ready for more responsibility and Construction Management or Engineering graduates who want to learn how to lead projects from the ground up.

You'll work alongside experienced Superintendents and Project Managers on heavy civil projects throughout Delaware and the surrounding region, gaining the field experience, technical knowledge, and leadership skills needed to advance into a Superintendent role.

What You'll Do

You'll be actively involved in the day-to-day management of construction projects, including:

  • Coordinating crews, subcontractors, suppliers, and daily field activities

  • Assisting with project planning and scheduling

  • Reading and interpreting plans and specifications

  • Monitoring safety, quality, production, and project progress

  • Solving field challenges alongside experienced construction leaders

  • Tracking project documentation and quantities

  • Learning how to lead crews and construction operations

As you develop, you'll take on increasing responsibility with the goal of leading projects of your own.

What You'll Gain

  • A defined career path toward becoming a Heavy Civil Superintendent

  • Direct mentorship from experienced Superintendents and Project Managers

  • Hands-on experience on active construction projects

  • Increasing responsibility based on performance

  • Exposure to utilities, grading, sitework, roads, paving, drainage, and underground infrastructure

  • Leadership development and long-term career growth

For more than 70 years, Eastern States Construction Service has built infrastructure throughout Delaware and the surrounding region. As a family-owned company, we believe in developing our people and promoting leaders who prove themselves in the field.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for dependable, motivated people with leadership potential and a desire to build a career in heavy civil construction.

Candidates should have one of the following:

  • 3–7 years of heavy civil construction experience, preferably with increasing field responsibility; OR

  • An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or a related field, ideally with internship, co-op, or field experience.

You should also bring:

  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

  • A willingness to learn and take on responsibility

  • An interest in leading people and construction operations

  • Commitment to safety and quality

  • Ability to read—or learn to read—construction plans and specifications

  • Basic Microsoft Office skills and willingness to learn construction software

  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

  • Ability to successfully complete required background and drug screening

Build Your Future With Us

If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, leading people, and seeing the results of your work at the end of each day, this could be the start of a rewarding career.

Apply today and start your path toward becoming a Heavy Civil Superintendent with Eastern States Construction Service.

Eastern States Construction Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.