Field Engineer – Nuclear Construction Leader

Kiewit; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking Field Engineers and Lead Field Engineers for on-site roles on DOE and advanced nuclear projects. You will serve as a job-site leader in safety, ensuring quality reporting and workmanship, with accountability across engineering, construction, and project controls.

The position requires travel and relocation within the Southeast and Northwest and reports to Project Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 2-5+ years of construction field experience.
• Experience supporting or leading engineering and construction activities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and operational excellence.
• Ability to work in active construction environments and travel as required.
• Willingness to travel and relocate throughout the Southeast and Northwest as needed (SC, TN, ID).
• US Citizenship required, and ability to pass a security background check to obtain a facility access badge

Responsibilities

• Field Operations: Interpret drawings and specifications for construction crews.
• Support field layout, surveying, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor activities.
• Assist with work packages, quantity tracking, scheduling, and production reporting.
• Lead and participate in safety meetings, JHAs, toolbox talks, and jobsite safety reviews.
• Supervise daily field operations and support craft workforce execution.
• Project Controls & Administration: Maintain RFIs, daily reports, project correspondence, and project records.
• Support schedule updates, cost tracking, and job-cost reporting.
• Assist with change orders, contract administration, and project documentation.
• Support procurement activities, purchase orders, and subcontract administration.
• Estimating Support: Perform quantity takeoffs and review plans and specifications.
• Analyze project risks and historical cost data.
• Assist with bid preparation and estimate development.

Skills

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Communication

Travel willingness

Ethics

Education

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

Job description

Kiewit Nuclear Solutions is seeking Field Engineers and Lead Field Engineers for on-site roles on DOE and advanced nuclear projects. You will serve as a job-site leader in safety, ensuring quality reporting and workmanship, with accountability across engineering, construction, and project controls.

The position requires travel and relocation within the Southeast and Northwest and reports to Project Management.