Field Engineer Intern: Hands-On Civil Construction

Kiewit; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Engineering Construction Internship in the Southeast District focused on field operations. You will participate in real-world construction activities across bridges, tunnels, and transportation projects, gaining exposure to planning, cost control, and procurement tasks.

Ideal candidates are pursuing civil engineering or construction management degrees and are willing to relocate for summer work.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related
• Ability to travel or relocate as needed
• Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August)
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climates and environments
• 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

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, planning, cost control, scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
• Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials

Skills

Field engineering

Cost control

Project scheduling

Estimating

Contract admin

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Engineering Construction Internship in the Southeast District focused on field operations. You will participate in real-world construction activities across bridges, tunnels, and transportation projects, gaining exposure to planning, cost control, and procurement tasks.

Ideal candidates are pursuing civil engineering or construction management degrees and are willing to relocate for summer work.