Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery Engineering

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Engineer to join their dynamic team. This exciting position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects across North America, from renewable energy to industrial construction. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, manage costs, and ensure quality control while gaining invaluable experience in a fast-paced environment. With opportunities for travel and relocation, this role is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the construction industry. Join a company that values innovation and commitment to excellence, and take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and project management essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with teams to estimate and schedule construction projects.
• Supervise subcontractors and manage project costs.

Skills

Construction Safety Knowledge

Project Scheduling

Cost Control

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SureTrak

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Primavera P6

Job description

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building "the next big thing" from the ground up. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else. Our mission is to make a difference, and we provide opportunities for you to make a difference in our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider, completing projects of all sizes and complexity. Across North America, our experience spans all transmission and distribution market aspects from high-voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution design, automation design, and construction capabilities. We operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil and gas markets.

Location

This position will be located on one of our project sites. The candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Work with a diverse team to build, estimate, and schedule mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction.
2. Support administrative and construction activities as assigned; review proposals, specifications, and drawings; perform material takeoffs; prepare cost estimates; attend pre-bid meetings.
3. Learn to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
4. Prepare work plans, ensure quality control, manage costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs, and maintain owner relations.
5. Relocate as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA requirements.
• Understanding of project scheduling and cost control; ability to read and interpret project specifications and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log, and/or Primavera P6 is a plus.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic, motivated, and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to access all points of a construction site in various climates and environments.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate as required.

Working Conditions

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Other Requirements

• Reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interaction with supervisors and team members.
• Perform work safely and follow instructions and policies.
• Work during normal hours; overtime and weekends as needed.
• Work at various locations with varying conditions.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.