Electrical Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit in Lenexa, KS is seeking an Electrical Construction Field Engineer to lead electrical field engineering on a major EPC project. You will drive planning, scheduling, cost control, and progress reporting while maintaining safety and quality on site.

The role requires hands-on leadership, ability to work with subcontractors and vendors, and clear communication with field teams. Travel and relocation may be required based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related field.
• At least 3 years of electrical construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA requirements.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code and ability to read drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with scheduling tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support administrative and construction activities as assigned; review proposals and drawings.
• Perform material takeoffs and prepare cost estimates.
• Interpret drawings for field crews and supervision.
• Prepare work plans, packages, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA's).
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate with vendors.
• Coordinate safety programs and manage costs, materials, and schedules.
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Field Engineers in the electrical discipline; provide mentoring and leadership to Electrical Field and Field Engineers.
• Learn to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.

Skills

Electrical construction

Safety knowledge

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

SureTrak

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Pro Log

Primavera P6

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Electrical Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Constructors

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID:181494

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Power Constructors District

Department:Field Operations

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As an Electrical Construction Field Engineer, you will be the primary electrical engineering lead on the EPC project; you will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all electrical field engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. Your main functions will include electrical planning and scheduling, contract administration, and electrical progress and financial reporting.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America. We offer integrated engineering, procurement, construction and startup service needs, specializing in gas and coal-fired power generation, coal retrofit and renewable energy.

Location

The position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

Responsibilities

• You will support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by the supervisor, reviewing proposals/specifications, drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates, and attend pre-bid investigation meetings.
• 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 the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's).
• In this position you will also learn how to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
• Preparing work plans, assuring quality control, managing, and tracking costs and materials, scheduling equipment, administering safety programs and maintaining exceptional owner relations.
• Partner with Superintendents, Field Engineers, and craft on project within electrical discipline. Provide mentoring and strong leadership for a team of Electrical Field, and Field Engineers

Qualifications

• Graduated with a degree in Construction Management or related degree
• At least 3 years of electrical construction experience
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA Requirements.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code
• Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log and/or Primavera "P6" is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic – Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
• The ability to travel and/or relocate as required.
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Other Requirements

• 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 full-time 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.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.