Field Engineer Intern — Water/Wastewater Projects

Kiewit; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 33,062,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit's Water Facilities South district is offering a Field/Office Engineer Intern position for qualified students pursuing civil engineering or construction management degrees. The internship provides hands-on experience in field engineering, planning, cost control, and vendor coordination, with opportunities to learn from seasoned professionals on water treatment and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, willing to travel or relocate, and

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related.
• Willing to travel or relocate as needed.
• Available to work full-time during the summer (May–August).
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety and preventing injuries.
• Strong communication, written and verbal skills.
• Team player with ability to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organization, time management and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project 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

Team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Willingness to travel/relocate

Summer availability

Ethics and integrity

Education

Civil engineering or construction management degree

Job description

Kiewit's Water Facilities South district is offering a Field/Office Engineer Intern position for qualified students pursuing civil engineering or construction management degrees. The internship provides hands-on experience in field engineering, planning, cost control, and vendor coordination, with opportunities to learn from seasoned professionals on water treatment and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, willing to travel or relocate, and