Civil Field Engineer - South Central, TX

Kiewit; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to support field operations across the South Central District. You will assist with drawings interpretation, planning, scheduling, and cost controls for highway and heavy civil projects in Texas and surrounding states.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and compliance, with responsibilities spanning plan reviews, data collection, and reporting. Mobility and strong teamwork are required for project-based assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, and/or related field.
• 3-5 years of construction field/office engineering experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with interpretations of drawings and specifications for field crews and supervision.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Supervise field surveying and layout support including elevation and control points.
• Compile daily labor timesheets and some scheduling tasks.
• Prepare Job Hazard Analyses (JHA's) and participate in safety meetings.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on site to meet project goals.
• Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Prepare data for submittals to customers, vendors, and authorities.
• Prepare purchase orders and subcontracts; assist with minor solicitations and purchasing.
• Maintain project records: daily reports, RFIs, photos, memos.
• Update job cost data and review cost reports with management.
• Generate change orders and as-built data for Project Manager review.
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.

Skills

Construction experience

Reading plans & specs

Documentation & reports

Teamwork & communication

Safety mindset

Time management

Ethics & integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Requisition ID: 177044

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: South Central District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer for Kiewit, your main functions will include contract administration, project planning, scheduling, quantity management, cost controls, project reporting, supervising field operations, and more.

District Overview

Kiewit's South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving, and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.

Location

All roles are project-based and will require mobility for the duration of assignments within the South-Central District, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processes and reviews of interpretations of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.

• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.

• Supervise 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.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite.

• Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.

• Gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use.

• Preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested.

• Perform schedule maintenance and updates.

• Maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums.

• Reporting data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management.

• Generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager.

• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, and/or related field.

• 3-5 year(s) of construction field/office engineering experience supporting concrete and/or civil operations.

• Experience working on infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, dams, water/wastewater treatment plants, etc. and/or civil operations of power projects.

• 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.

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit