Project Engineer/Field Engineer

Kokosing Industrial • Fort Wayne, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Kokosing is a large general contractor with over 75 years of experience in heavy civil/industrial construction, including highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. They are seeking a Field Engineer/Project Engineer for their Industrial Division in the Indianapolis-Greenfield-Fort Wayne area. This role involves working on diverse, complex engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects such as power generation facilities and other process industries. The company offers significant career and relocation opportunities, with a focus on building large-scale projects from the ground up. They emphasize safety, quality, cost, and timely execution. Future career paths can include Superintendent, Lead Project Engineer, Project Controls, and Project Manager. The company is known for its financial stability, specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and outstanding performance record.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, construction management, or related degree.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure we “Lead with Safety 24/7”.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site across diverse climates and environments.
• Highly motivated with demonstrated leadership skills, a passion for excellence, and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to balance multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• 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

• Interpret drawings/specifications/3D models for field crews and craft.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Audit operations for safety compliance.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Track installation progress.
• Perform quality inspections and submit test records.
• Maintain project controls including client report development and schedule updates.
• Generate change orders reviewed by project management.
• Supervise subcontractor operations.
• Support site logistics.
• Coordinate design and procurement interface.
• Review and analyze data relative to the project.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings.
• Complete plans and specification reviews for projects.
• Assist with the preparation of a bid.

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