Entry-Level Field & Office Engineer – Travel & Growth

Kiewit; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer to support field and office operations across the Eastern District. You will assist in interpreting drawings, preparing work packages, and coordinating field activities with a focus on safety and quality.

The role offers exposure to tunnel, bridge, foundation, and tunnel projects, with opportunities to travel and relocate as needed. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

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.

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 (Office Engineering).
• 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.

Skills

Read drawings & specs

MS Word & Excel

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer to support field and office operations across the Eastern District. You will assist in interpreting drawings, preparing work packages, and coordinating field activities with a focus on safety and quality.

The role offers exposure to tunnel, bridge, foundation, and tunnel projects, with opportunities to travel and relocate as needed. A strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.