Bio

Greg Fields, PE, is a senior project manager with Highfill Infrastructure Engineering, P.C. and a licensed professional engineer in North Carolina. Greg began his career with Highfill as an intern while completing his Bachelor of Science in civil engineering at NC State University (2016) and joined the firm full-time after graduation. Since then, he has built extensive experience in planning, design, condition assessment, rehabilitation and management of water and wastewater infrastructure systems throughout North and South Carolina. He currently manages municipal infrastructure projects and is NASSCO certified. 

In addition to his project responsibilities, Greg is dedicated to developing the next generation of engineers. He has served as a mentor through the Professional Engineers of North Carolina (PENC) Raleigh Mentoring Program, which pairs mentors with NC State engineering students to support their professional growth and provide opportunities to connect with industry professionals. He also regularly represents Highfill at NC State CCEE career fairs. Through his frequent interaction with recent graduates, engineers-in-training and early-career professionals, Greg hears firsthand about their experiences in NC State’s Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering Department. This gives him a practical understanding of the department’s strengths, areas for improvement, and the perspectives of both students and recent graduates. He also faithfully supports NC State athletics, an achievement that sometimes requires perseverance of its own.

Within Highfill, Greg recently led a team that developed company-wide AutoCAD standards and procedures. He also serves as a mentor through the firm’s Tour of Duty program and regularly presents on a variety of topics through its Third Thursdays program. His commitment and leadership help support professional growth and consistency across the organization. 

Greg is active in the engineering profession through Professional Engineers of North Carolina (PENC), NC One Water and NC Water For People. In 2025, he completed the PENC Leadership Institute, growing in leadership skills and emotional intelligence. Greg volunteers for the Water for People Raleigh 5K, as well as through his church to serve a variety of organizations in the Raleigh area. Greg is passionate about environmental stewardship, public service, and strengthening the engineering profession through mentorship and leadership.