Field Engineer - Power Market

Kiewit • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • $85,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Field Engineer at Kiewit, you’ll bring bold ideas, a commitment to quality and an unwavering work ethic to the jobsite each day. In return, we offer unmatched career growth, travel opportunities, and the unique reward of building critical energy infrastructure from the ground up. Whether we’re constructing cutting-edge solar fields or building power plants that energize local communities, we rely on our driven, safety-focused, and technically skilled team members to make it happen. The Kiewit Power Market provides direct-hire and construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union and non-union craft force. The Kiewit Power Market builds major EPC and bid-build natural gas power plants, solar fields, nuclear facilities and energy storage systems throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” Philosophy. We are seeking individuals who are open to regular and frequent relocation for career development opportunities and who desire job responsibilities in field operations ranging from project controls, craft management, safety, quality, and contract administration. Your initial work assignment will compliment your experience and education, allowing you to make significant contributions to the project success. If you’re seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record you will find employment within our Power market to be fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefits.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company
• Knowledge of construction safety and current OSHA standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and owner specifications
• Familiarity with project scheduling and cost control techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
• Highly motivated with strong work ethic and a commitment to getting the job done right
• Able to work independently and part of a collaborative environment
• Physically able to navigate active construction site in varying climates and conditions
• Willingness to relocate and travel as required
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work
• 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

• experience with Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log or Primavera “P6”

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic team to build, estimate, and schedule, mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects
• Prepare detailed work plans and schedules to guide project execution
• Ensure quality control, manage and track costs, purchase and manage materials, and maintain schedule and equipment logistics
• Administer safety programs with strict adherence to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” philosophy
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with owners and stakeholders
• Support both administrative and field operations: review drawings/specs, perform material takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates
• Supervise subcontractors, coordinate with vendors, and uphold high construction standards

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree