Entry Level Field Engineer - Kiewit Foundations Co. 2027

Kiewit; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Kiewit Foundations Co. is hiring an Entry Level Field Engineer in Birmingham and other sites. You will support field operations, assist in drawings interpretation, takeoffs, surveys, and safety processes while growing in a diverse project environment.

The role offers a clear career path, exposure to underground and foundation projects, and a competitive benefits package, with potential travel across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field (civil, mining, mechanical, geotechnical, construction management).
• Strong willingness to travel and work at various locations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Comfort with field and office work and basic data handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and supervision.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and measurements; determine completed materials.
• Assist in preparing work plans and packages; coordinate with field teams.
• Assist in field surveying, elevations, control points, and as-built data collection.
• Support job cost records, daily reports, RFIs, and submittals.

Skills

Read and interpret drawings

Excel and Word

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/mining/geotechnical/construction management

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Entry Level Field Engineer - Kiewit Foundations Co. 2027

Location: Birmingham, AL, US Houston, TX, US Dallas, TX, US Fort Worth, TX, US Westlake, TX, US Atlanta, GA, US New Orleans, LA, US Baton Rouge, LA, US Tampa, FL, US Orlando, FL, US Little Rock, AR, US Miami, FL, US Irving, TX, US Austin, TX, US Memphis, TN, US Beaumont, TX, US Mobile, AL, US Nashville, TN, US Fort Lauderdale, FL, US Lake Charles, LA, US Tuscaloosa, AL, US Boca Raton, FL, US Clearwater, FL, US Daytona Beach, FL, US Fort Pierce, FL, US Jacksonville, FL, US Jupiter, FL, US Naples, FL, US Okeechobee, FL, US Savannah, GA, US Cameron, LA, US Clarksdale, MS, US Greenville, MS, US Meridian, MS, US Conroe, TX, US Freeport, TX, US Lubbock, TX, US McAllen, TX, US San Antonio, TX, US Taylor, TX, US Waco, TX, US

Requisition ID:182316

Job Level:Entry Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Foundations Co

Department:Field Operations

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right.
As a Field/Office Engineer, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we build the biggest, most exciting projects.

District Overview

The Kiewit Foundations Co. team self performs complex geotechnical projects across North America. We deliver creative, cost-efficient solutions that are responsive to each project’s specific site conditions. We utilize value engineering and constructability reviews, and our depth of expertise to offer constructible solutions that optimize budget and schedule. We perform these operations with our fleet of specialty equipment and the management resources of one of the top builders in the country.
We are looking for hands‑on, engineers excited to be both in the field and office supporting project and estimating work. We are looking for people pursuing one of the following college majors: Civil, Mining, Mechanical, & Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Management related degrees. These Entry Level Engineers will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide range of underground and foundations projects that range in size, difficulty, and duration. Entry Level Engineers will be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in a career, which involves quantity takeoffs, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close‑out.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America – and maybe even beyond. Kiewit Foundations conducts its operations primarily through Kiewit Infrastructure Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, we construct both deep underground and foundation projects across the U.S. and Canada related to transportation, water/wastewater, power, mining, and telecommunications to name a few. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

Responsibilities

• 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)
• Assist in providing solutions related to underground tunneling and construction operations
• 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
• 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
• Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
• 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
• Enter 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
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil engineering, mining, mechanical, geotechnical, construction management
• Previous experience in construction or mining is preferred
• Must have a strong desire to work in the underground construction industry
• Be willing to fully participate in job assignments at the job site, district office or department to which assigned
• Must be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one
• Have the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good working knowledge and experience with both Excel and Word
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Must have a valid Driver's license
• Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan ahead and conceptualize

Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Engineer 1

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.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation:$82,000/yr -$88,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Birmingham
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