Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

The Field Engineer II serves as the primary and lead engineer on a project and reports directly to the Project Manager. Field-level and office-level engineers report to the Engineer II. The role is expected to lead by example in jobsite health and safety, ensure quality reporting and workmanship, and complete engineering work professionally and ethically. Core functions include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, and project reporting, as well as advising Project Management on contractual, legal, and other project issues. Kiewit Power Constructors provides direct-hire construction services for power generation using a union craft workforce and builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America. The position may be based at various locations. Employees may relocate according to available work and individual development plans, skills, and career goals. The position combines field engineering, office engineering, estimating support, field supervision, project coordination, and safety responsibilities. Work may be performed at different locations and under varying conditions, with overtime and weekend work as required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of construction field experience.
Work experience in engineering and leading engineers.
Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies in engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide range of climates and environments.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as a team member and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Motivation, initiative, passion for excellence, and a strong work ethic.
Commitment to ethics and integrity, and a passion for safety.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and to work overtime and weekends as required.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Responsibilities

Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
Calculate quantities by taking measurements and determining the percentage of materials and work completed or installed.
Assist with preparing work plans and work packages.
Assist with field surveying and work layout, including elevations, control points, and compiling as-built data.
Assist with compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets.
Assist with preparing Job Hazard Analyses.
Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training.
Order and schedule material deliveries.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate jobsite work groups.
Supervise field operations.
Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.
Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations.
Assist engineers in gathering and preparing data for submittals or transmittals to customers, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal users.
Assist in preparing purchase orders and subcontracts, and perform minor solicitations and purchasing as requested.
Assist with schedule maintenance and updates as directed.
Assist with project recordkeeping and correspondence, including daily reports, photographs, requests for information, and memorandums.
Assist with entering data into the job cost system and review cost reports with jobsite management.
Assist in generating change orders and as-built data for review by the Project Manager.
Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.
Assist with reviewing and analyzing historical project data, including appropriate production and cost information, for bid preparation.
Review plans and specifications for assigned projects, assess risk areas, and bring them to the Senior Estimator's attention.
Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines; communicate professionally; follow instructions and safety policies; and work safely and effectively.