Field Engineer - Power Construction & Travel Growth

Kiewit; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement matching

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer in its Power Delivery group. You will collaborate on mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects, help plan work, and support field operations across varied sites in the United States.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety and quality, requires willingness to relocate and travel, and offers opportunities for career growth in a company known for its stability and large-scale energy infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and owner specifications.
• Familiarity with project scheduling and cost control techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log or Primavera P6 is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic team to build, estimate, and schedule, mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects.
• Prepare detailed work plans and schedules to guide project execution.
• Ensure quality control, manage and track costs, purchase and manage materials, and maintain schedule and equipment logistics.
• Administer safety programs with strict adherence to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” philosophy.
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with owners and stakeholders.
• Support both administrative and field operations: review drawings/specs, perform material takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates.
• Supervise subcontractors, coordinate with vendors, and uphold high construction standards.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Reading drawings

Scheduling & cost control

Relocation/travel

OSHA standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Pro Log

Primavera P6

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer in its Power Delivery group. You will collaborate on mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects, help plan work, and support field operations across varied sites in the United States.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety and quality, requires willingness to relocate and travel, and offers opportunities for career growth in a company known for its stability and large-scale energy infrastructure projects.