Utility Field Specialist at EXP.com in Fairfax, VA

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Utility Field Specialist.

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, the Utility Field Specialist will play a key part in supporting permitting and construction‑related activities for utility clients. This role involves pre‑field research, on‑site inspections, and field documentation to support both permit applications and permit closeout efforts. The Utility Field Specialist will safely operate a company vehicle, perform site reconnaissance, capture photographic documentation, and record field conditions to support permitting jurisdictions and utility construction activities.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

• Conduct pre‑field research by reviewing permit requirements, work requests, spreadsheets, and utility sketches or drawings.
• Read and interpret utility designs, sketches, and as‑built documentation to identify work locations and limits.
• Perform site visits to support permit applications, including documenting existing site conditions prior to construction.
• Capture and document field photographs required for submission to permitting jurisdictions before construction activities.
• Perform field inspections to support permit closeout and post‑construction verification as assigned.
• Safely drive a company‑provided vehicle to multiple field locations in accordance with company policies and DOT requirements.
• Document field observations, site conditions, and inspection findings using provided tools and templates.
• Coordinate with internal project teams and local or state permitting agencies when requested.
• Follow all safety, health, and environmental requirements while performing fieldwork.
• Comply with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Adhere to company‑mandated defensive driving practices.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record and complete required driver safety training.
• Promptly report safety concerns, incidents, or vehicle issues.

What your experience looks like

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand utility sketches, designs, or as‑built drawings.
• Experience with field inspections, permitting support, utilities, construction, or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in the field.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and electronic document management tools.
• Field‑based role requiring daily travel to project sites.
• Work performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to walk, stand, and safely navigate streets, sidewalks, and active work zones.

The hourly range for this role is $24 to $30. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.

About the Team

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression.

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.

About the Company

Our story **** With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.