Construction Field Engineer - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

Kiewit • Ridgeland, MS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Construction Field Engineer, you will be the primary field engineering lead on EPC projects for the Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC) market. You will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all field engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. Your main functions will include project planning and scheduling, contract administration, and progress and financial reporting. You will play an integral role in the overall execution of installation on complex, industrial and OGC projects. This includes responsibilities such as project procurement, multi-discipline design problems, coordination with the client and the design/engineering team, and other project issues.

Requirements

• Graduated with a degree in Construction Management or related degree
• At least 3 years of electrical construction experience
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA Requirements.
• Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic – Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
• The ability to travel and/or relocate as required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log and/or Primavera “P6” is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by the supervisor, reviewing proposals/specifications, drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates, and attend pre-bid investigation meetings.
• Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s).
• Supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
• Prepare work plans, assure quality control, manage and track costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs and maintain exceptional owner relations.
• Partner with Superintendents, Field Engineers, and craft on projects within the electrical discipline.
• Provide mentoring and strong leadership for a team of Craft, Field, and Field Engineers.

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
• Education Level: Associate degree