Field Engineer, Power Infrastructure | Travel & Growth

Kiewit; Caledonia (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to contribute to energy infrastructure projects across the United States. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with a skilled team on heavy industrial construction.

Initial assignments may include relocation to project sites; regular travel is expected as business requires. Base compensation ranges reflect market norms for entry-level field engineering in the Power Market.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Eng, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and owner specs.
• Familiarity with project scheduling and cost control techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with scheduling/cost tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a 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 materials, and maintain equipment logistics.
• Administer safety programs per the 'Nobody Gets Hurt' philosophy.
• Foster relationships with owners and stakeholders.
• Support both administrative and field operations: review drawings/specs, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates.
• Supervise subcontractors, coordinate with vendors, uphold construction standards.

Skills

Written and verbal communications

Reading drawings/specs

Project scheduling

Cost control

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Tools

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Prolog

Primavera P6

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to contribute to energy infrastructure projects across the United States. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with a skilled team on heavy industrial construction.

Initial assignments may include relocation to project sites; regular travel is expected as business requires. Base compensation ranges reflect market norms for entry-level field engineering in the Power Market.