Field Engineer – Pavement (Airfield)

Join Parsons as a Field Engineer – Pavement (Airfield) and contribute to the development of a major airport runway project.

In this role, you will supervise and coordinate the construction, quality control, and testing of flexible and rigid pavement systems, ensuring compliance with aviation authority standards and project specifications.

• Supervise on-site pavement construction activities, including subgrade preparation, base and sub-base layers, asphalt paving, and concrete pavement works.
• Monitor paving operations, layer thickness, compaction, temperatures, and finishing tolerances.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams and laboratories for field and laboratory testing.
• Verify compliance with ICAO / FAA / local aviation authority pavement requirements.
• Identify and address quality issues and non-conformities.
• Coordinate with survey teams to verify horizontal and vertical alignments, crossfalls, slopes, and tolerances for airfield pavements.
• Prepare daily progress reports, technical records, and inspection documentation.
• Support resolution of technical queries, RFIs, and construction challenges.
• Ensure compliance with approved HSE plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Work in compliance with airside safety rules, FOD control, and permit-to-work systems.

To succeed in this role, you will possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in pavement engineering or site supervision.
• Proven experience in runway, taxiway, apron, or highway pavement works.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt and concrete pavement construction, materials, and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with pavement design and construction standards (ICAO, FAA, AASHTO, ASTM).
• Ability to interpret pavement drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic reporting tools.
• Strong coordination, analytical, and communication skills.

Desired skills include experience on active or operational airfields, knowledge of pavement management systems, familiarity with plant operations, experience with document management systems, and possession of an Airside Driving Permit (ADP).

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We offer endless growth opportunities and invest in our employees' wellbeing. Apply today and imagine what's next!