Field Engineer 1 - Northwest (Heavy Civil)

Kiewit; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Northwest District in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Field Engineer to join a team responsible for field engineering, surveying, and project coordination. You will interpret drawings and specs for field crews, assist in work planning, and support cost data collection across major heavy civil projects.

The role requires flexibility to travel and relocate as project demands dictate, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and coordinating with site teams for timely delivery of work packages.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field (civil, mechanical, CM, mining, geotechnical).
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.5.
• Willingness to travel and relocate nationwide.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.
• Strong work ethic, ethics and safety focus.
• Ability to access construction sites in varied climates.

Responsibilities

• Assist in interpretation of drawings and specs for field crews.
• Prepare work plans and packages; assist in field surveying.
• Assist in daily labor timesheets and JHA preparation.
• Support earthmoving, transportation, and utilities operations.
• Coordinate material deliveries and supervise field operations.
• Provide data for job costs and change orders.

Skills

Field engineering

Interpret drawings

Planning & scheduling

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Travel willingness

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in construction-related field

Tools

Engineering drafting

Job description

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfilment you won't find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or steppingstone.

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast including Alaska and Hawaii, in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires.

District Overview

Kiewit's Northwest District is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in earthwork, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. Based in Vancouver, Washington, the district executes projects across the western United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

We are seeking motivated individuals with a passion for construction who are eager to grow their careers early on. Successful candidates are adaptable, results-driven, and willing to relocate as needed to support project demands. At Kiewit, employees gain hands-on experience, take on meaningful responsibility, and contribute to building critical infrastructure that serves communities for generations.

Responsibilities

Field Engineering

• 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 earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities 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

Office Engineering

• 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

Estimating

• Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various production 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

• Must be willing and able to work in the Heavy Civil, Construction Industry
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil, mechanical, construction management, mining, geotechnical
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.5
• Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale, not regional
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong time management ability and attention to detail
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Previous internship experience is preferred
• Ability to begin or continue working with our company without requiring sponsorship for employment now or in the future

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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation

Base Compensation: $79,000/yr - $87,000/yr

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

Benefits

• 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
• generous paid time off

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.