Entry-Level Field & Office Civil Engineer

Kiewit; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Field Engineer to support field operations across our Eastern District projects. You will assist with drawings, measurements, layouts, and safety practices, traveling as needed to sites throughout the Great Lakes/Northeast regions.

The role requires basic engineering tasks, coordination with crews, and a strong work ethic. You will gain hands-on experience in tunneling, bridges, and earthwork while contributing to project safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of related professional experience in the construction field.
• Ability to travel and relocate as required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

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 as-built data.
• Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets.
• Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analyses (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.

Skills

Field engineering

Reading drawings

MS Word & Excel

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an entry-level Field Engineer to support field operations across our Eastern District projects. You will assist with drawings, measurements, layouts, and safety practices, traveling as needed to sites throughout the Great Lakes/Northeast regions.

The role requires basic engineering tasks, coordination with crews, and a strong work ethic. You will gain hands-on experience in tunneling, bridges, and earthwork while contributing to project safety and efficiency.