Concrete Field Engineer - Heavy Civil and Marine Construction

Kiewit • Savannah, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the construction of structural concrete, bridge, marine, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. Key qualifications include project field experience, structural concrete knowledge, construction engineering capabilities, safety leadership, and the willingness to work on diverse project sites. The position aligns with heavy civil and bridge/marine operations involving concrete structures, foundations, transportation, and waterfront infrastructure. TIC Marine and Heavy Civil self-performs marine projects with company-owned equipment for both the public and private sector, historically focusing on the southeast coast. Our construction operations are supported by our in-house equipment department, fabrication facility and machine shop to streamline projects for our owners. Using our own equipment and fabrication facility allow us to maintain control over critical scopes, ensuring that the project stays on schedule. Past heavy-civil experiences include cast in place concrete, steel, box beam, flat slab, railroad trestle and arch bridges, bridge widening, bascule and swing bridges, box culverts, storm drainage, erosion control, dike and levee construction, concrete paving, tunnels and sound barriers. Our Marine experience includes lock and dam repairs, docks, demolition, Navy wharfs, water intake structures, steel, concrete, composite and timber piling, fender systems, dolphins, piers, dredging, marinas and LNG facilities. This opportunity will be be based out of Savannah. Individuals may be ask to travel to support work outside Savannah.

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related degree
• 1 - 3 years of experience working in Infrastructure/Heavy Civil construction environment preferred
• Interest in heavy civil/marine construction, such as marine, bridges, canals, dams, tunnels, earthwork, structural concrete, pipelines, etc.
• Committed to the construction industry and not the design industry- this is a hands-on, construction career
• Knowledge and passion for construction safety- OSHA certification preferred
• Must be willing to relocate throughout career
• The ability to access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates, environments, and terrain
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to get the job done. This position will require more than 40 hours/week.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Responsibilities

• Support daily field operations for structural concrete and marine construction activities.
• Coordinate work between craft labor, subcontractors, survey crews, suppliers, and project management.
• Review plans, specifications, shop drawings, and contract documents to ensure accurate field execution.
• Assist superintendents in planning work activities, sequencing operations, and identifying project constraints.
• Monitor production quantities and track installation progress.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with cost tracking and forecasting.
• Prepare and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittments, and field work packages.
• Support field layout activities utilizing GPS, total stations, and survey control systems.
• Coordinate concrete placement activities, including mix verification, testing requirements, and quality documentation.
• Maintain daily reports, production tracking logs, and progress documentation.
• Track labor, equipment, and material quantities.
• Assist in preparing schedules, look-ahead plans, and project reporting metrics.
• Support change order documentation and field cost management efforts.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level