Entry-Level Industrial Expeditor: Get Materials On Track

Kiewit; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Expeditor in Houston, TX to help project teams obtain equipment, materials, and supplier data needed to keep construction moving. Under coaching, you will learn how engineering documents, manufacturing progress, inspections, and shipping affect delivery dates.

You will own follow-ups within an established plan, growing responsibility as proficiency increases while supporting supplier communication and record keeping.

Qualifications

• No exp editing entry level role; demonstrates follow-through, organization and accuracy.
• Ability to track dates, quantities, and document progress with clear questions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office for data updates and reporting.
• Willingness to learn contracts, engineering docs, and manufacturing sequences.
• Strong written and verbal communication and professional interaction.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and delivery requirements with guidance; identify contacts and milestones.
• Contact suppliers for updates; prepare for calls and record commitments and due dates.
• Maintain dates, quantities, status comments, and records in expediting system.
• Track items in schedules; follow up on late submissions and submittals.
• Compare progress with milestones; raise missed dates or incomplete information.
• Support shipping readiness by collecting material status and inspection dates.
• Follow up on delivery status with logistics and site material control.
• Keep action lists current and support contract closeout and payment review.

Skills

Follow-through

Organization

Accuracy

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Email

AI assistants/LLMs

Communication

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, construction management

Certificate in supply chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Email

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Expeditor in Houston, TX to help project teams obtain equipment, materials, and supplier data needed to keep construction moving. Under coaching, you will learn how engineering documents, manufacturing progress, inspections, and shipping affect delivery dates.

You will own follow-ups within an established plan, growing responsibility as proficiency increases while supporting supplier communication and record keeping.