Field/Project Engineer

Job description

**Field/Project Engineer**

**Requisition Number:** 68374
**Location:** Boulder Colorado
**Employment Type:** University Staff
**Schedule:** Full Time
**Posting Close Date:** 16-Nov-2025
**Date Posted:**

**Job Summary**

The **Office of Information Technology** encourages applications for a **_Field/Project Engineer!_** The Engineer supervises and coordinates field activities for the OIT infrastructure required by operations, construction, and renovation.

This position is responsible for assuring contractual requirements and QA/QC of work of our standing order contractors as well as their overall performance and compliance with OIT/CU-Boulder standards.

This position works closely with OIT internal staff, design consultants, and contractors to assure timely completion of quality work activities and maintenance of the infrastructure.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

**Who We Are**

_Vision:_

+ OIT will be valued by campus as a strategic, inclusive and innovative partner in advancing learning and discovery in order to enable CU Boulder to be an outstanding public university.

_Mission:_

+ OIT enables campus priorities by providing high-value IT services and solutions.

_Values:_

+ Trust, as a foundation for how we engage with one another and with campus partners, along with
+ Passionate curiosity in how to better support the campus and our partner's while
+ Fostering empowerment and authentic engagement among ourselves and
+ Celebrating inclusivity that promotes a sense of belonging while acknowledging that each person is unique and valued.

_Strategy:_

+ OIT will advance learning and discovery by delivering high-value reliable IT services and solutions that:
+ Provide a fluid and adaptable academic and student experience
+ Enable research competitiveness and
+ Deliver core infrastructure and enterprise IT services for business efficiency.

**What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be**

_Field Project Management_

+ Provides direction to contractors regarding existing projects and IT installations.

Conducts daily site visits to inspect the construction activity and compliance to building codes, OIT standards, fire and life safety requirements and quality control standards.

Supervise and provide feedback to standing order contractors on their performance.

Provide regular status updates project managers, contractors, and internal staff.
+ Duties include the processing of required state paperwork including notice to proceed documentation, request of procurement paperwork, receipt and validation of as-built documentation and project closeout/warranty documentation.

_Fiber Optic/Copper Expert_

+ Provides guidance to hired contractors or internal technicians about standard processes for completing placement, terminations and testing.

This position also ensures the continuity of service on existing infrastructure through testing with OTDR testing equipment and power meter, fixes and fiber patching of existing infrastructure.

_Activity Closeout_

+ Provides approval for work completed for daily activities, projects, and repairs via workflow tool.

_Design Consultant_

+ Review design documents, project proposals and plans for upcoming projects and recommend design changes when appropriate.

Respond to Requests for Information and change requests on active projects.

**What You Should Know**

+ This is a 100% on-campus position works normal business hours Monday - Friday.
+ There is an occasional need for out-of-hour work related to a service incident on campus special events.

**What We Can Offer**

+ The salary range is $74,400 to $83,696 annually.

**Benefits**

At the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/) , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees.

Our comprehensive benefits package (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit.

As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation.

Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage (https://advantage.cu.edu/campus/cu-boulder) program.

**Be Statements**

Be ingenious.

Be innovative.

Be Boulder.

**What We Require**

+ Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) from an accredited institution in telecommunications information systems, engineering or other related field.

A combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis.
+ 3+ years of experience which includes:

+ Performing field work and oversight related to construction/communications projects, testing and acceptance.
+ Conducting and understanding ANSI/TIA-568 and BICSI Telecommunication Cabling Installation standards for copper and fiber cabling.
+ Conducting and understanding copper ANSI/TIA-568 standard testing for copper cable and ANSI/TIA/EIA-526 testing for multimode and single-mode fiber optic cable.
+ Conducting and understanding ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code for cable installation.
+ Experience with AutoCAD.

+ A Valid U.S. Driver's License.

**What You Will Need**

+ Demonstrated ability to track and manage multiple tasks at the same time.
+ Highly organized and meticulous approach to all work tasks and products.
+ Strong analytical and critical thinking skill.
+ Ability to work independently and meet set timelines.
+ Ability to effectively connect with campus constituents.
+ Knowledge of voice and data services and structured cabling.

**Special Instructions**

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1.

A current resume.
2.

A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by November 16, 2025, for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email.

For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

(http://jobs.colorado.edu/)
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation.

You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

**To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Field-Project-Engineer/68374 (https://apptrkr.com/6691248)**

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