Field Engineer

Kiewit; Oakville; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to lead as the primary engineering contact on projects in Eastern Canada District. You will manage contract administration, planning, scheduling, and reporting, while guiding field teams in health and safety and quality workmanship.

You will start in the GTA with potential relocation and transfers based on project needs, including estimating before project start. The role offers extensive field exposure and career growth within a major construction firm.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, construction management, or related.
• Must be a licensed P.Eng. or registered member as an Engineer-in-Training or eligible to register.
• 3+ years' construction field experience.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and supervision.
• Perform quantity takeoffs by measurements and completed work.
• Prepare work plans and work packages for field execution.
• Assist field surveying and layout support including elevations and control points.
• Assist in daily labor timesheets, JHAs, and safety meetings.
• Order and schedule material deliveries and coordinate work groups on site.
• Supervise field operations and support subcontractors.

Skills

Reading plans

Travel willingness

Team player

Strong communication

Ethics and integrity

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering or related

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training

Job description

Requisition ID: 178528

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Eastern Canada District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer, you will be the primary and lead engineer on the Project, and report directly to the Project Manager. You will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. You main functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, and project reporting, and you will play an advisory role to Project Management for contractual, legal, and other project issues. #LI-HM1

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. They serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.

Location

The initial assigned for this role will be in the GTA. Candidates can or may be asked to start in Estimating before starting on a project.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

Field Engineering

• 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 field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data
• Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
• Order and schedule material deliveries
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
• Supervise field operations

Office Engineering

• Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications and other contract documents
• Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
• Assist Engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
• Assist in preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
• Assist in schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
• Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
• Assist with entering data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
• Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations

Estimating

• Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
• Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
• Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, construction management, or related
• Must be a licensed P.Eng. or registered member as an Engineer-in-Training or eligible to register
• 3+ years' construction field experience
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated 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
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail #LI-GH

Other Requirements

• 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

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Company: Kiewit