Field Engineer - Electrical Construction

Kiewit; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

MEC invites applications for a Field Engineer to lead field operations with a strong focus on health and safety, quality reporting, and ethical engineering practice. The role covers contract administration, planning, scheduling, and project reporting while advising Project Management on contractual issues.

The successful candidate will be ready to travel nationwide, support both field and office engineering tasks, and contribute to the District’s rail construction projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years' construction field experience.
• Experience on light or high speed rail projects preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret engineering plans, specifications and contract documents.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and supervision.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and measurements for progress tracking.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Support field surveying, elevations, and as-built data collection.
• Assist in daily labor timekeeping and JHA preparation.
• Support jobsite safety reviews and toolbox talks.
• Coordinate material deliveries and schedule work groups.

Skills

Field leadership

Reading drawings

Contract administration

Project planning

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: MEC Transportation District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer, you will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. Your main functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, and project reporting, and you will play an advisory role to Project Management for contractual, legal, and other project issues.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is an industry leader in transit and rail system construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in the installation of overhead contact systems, traction power substations, signaling and train control, communications and control centers. Our commitment is to hire the best people, train them for today's demands and offer opportunities for growth.

Location

The successful candidate must be willing to travel or relocate to any of our projects in the US.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

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)

• 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

• Assist in preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested

• Assist in 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

• Assist with entering 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 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 Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or related field

• 2+ years' construction field experience

• Experience working on light or high speed rail projects preferred

• Broad understanding of technical electrical systems preferred

• Work experience in engineering and leading engineers

• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents

• 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

• 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 organization, time management, and attention to detail

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

Base Compensation: $95,000/yr - $105,000/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.

Company: MEC