Civil Field Technician

Civil Field TechnicianReq ID 6831Civil Field TechnicianWho We AreAt WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. Were looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all backgrounds. Thats why here at WSP, inclusion, diversity, equity and belonging are core principles. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!Our BusinessWe are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.This OpportunityWSP is currently initiating a search for a Civil Field Technician for our Birmingham, AL office. Be involved in projects with our Earth and Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients objectives and solves their challenges.Your ImpactField testing and sampling of soil and aggregate materialsUse of a nuclear gauge for soil density testingConducting field investigations and environmental sampling programsGeosynthetics monitoring and testingConstruction observation and documentationDocument interpretation to ensure projects are completed in accordance with project design drawings and technical specificationsInteraction with contractors and owners in a positive and constructive manner to solve issues that arise during constructionAssist with other field activities as needed including but not limited to geophysical surveys, stormwater and groundwater sampling, surveying, etc.Participation and contribution to daily safety meetingsLegal and safe operation of vehicle on behalf of the companyMaintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentationGenerate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and field/work site notebookComply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, location data, laboratory or statistical documentation, and logbooksPerform additional responsibilities as required by business needsWho You AreRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)At least three (3) years of experience as a field technician in construction quality assurance (CQA)The ability to perform all duties within established deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.Daily report writing and construction documentation is required.The ability to communicate constructively with contractors, owners and Project Managers is essential.Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, compute rate, ratio, percent, and draw and interpret bar graphsAnalytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution.Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSPs health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, and strong work ethic.Ability to speak and hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and walk up/down slopes.Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and toolsProficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environmentMust be able to work up to 12-hours outdoors in hot or cold environments safely.Preferred QualificationsAssociates or four-year degreeExperience working in a large civil or mining environmentAn understanding of civil and geotechnical engineering design and background in earthworks construction including the ability to read and understand technical civil design drawings and technical specifications.Experience with on-site geotechnical lab testing is a plusLI-MC2Additional RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Additional DetailsTravel Required: 10%Job Status: RegularEmployee Type: FullPrimary Location: BIRMINGHAM - BLUE LAKE DRAll locations: US-AL-BirminghamAbout WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world''s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 12,000 employees in over 200 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. provides a flexible, agile and hybrid workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employees career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Created: 2025-11-15