Field Engineer, Power Market — Travel & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with matching

Generous PTO

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Power Market field operations team. You will contribute to building and delivering major energy infrastructure, from solar fields to power plants, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and collaborative execution.

This entry-level role offers hands-on site experience, travel opportunities, and clear growth paths as you work with engineers, estimators, and owners to plan, schedule, and supervise project activities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company.
• 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.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
• Willingness to relocate and travel as required.
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work.

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

Engineering drawings interpretation

Project scheduling

Cost control

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Pro Log

Primavera P6

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to join our Power Market field operations team. You will contribute to building and delivering major energy infrastructure, from solar fields to power plants, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and collaborative execution.

This entry-level role offers hands-on site experience, travel opportunities, and clear growth paths as you work with engineers, estimators, and owners to plan, schedule, and supervise project activities.