Field Engineer - The Field Engineer is charged with site layout and quality control on the jobsite. Safety Engineer - The Safety Engineer manages safety on construction jobsites and formulates safety policies for the construction firm. The Cost Engineer is responsible for cost control on the contraction project, and works closely with estimating in developing historical costs for future estimates. The Estimator is responsible for developing computer based cost models of the construction project. These cost models are used to negotiate contracts with subcontractors, and owners.
Estimators receive good salaries but are required to bring profit to the company.
Purchasing Agent - The purchasing agent expedites material procurement and delivery and helps develop subcontract agreements. The Scheduler develops computer based scheduling models which are used to keep the job on track. Expeditor - The Expeditor assists in maintaining construction schedules.