Field Engineer – Southeast District (Entry Level)

Kiewit

Mobile (AL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

16 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Relocation & travel opportunities

Generous time off

Job summary

Kiewit invites energetic, entry-level Field/Office Engineers to join our Southeast District team. You will support field crews with drawings, takeoffs, planning, and safety participation across transportation infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates read specs well, collaborate with teams, and adapt to field conditions, with relocation/travel as needed. We offer growth, training, and a path to advanced construction roles within a dynamic, safety-conscious company.

Qualifications

0-1 years of related professional experience in the construction field
Ability to travel and relocate as required
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Reliable transportation to and from work
Must have a valid Driver's License
Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

Responsibilities

Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as‑built data
Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
Assist in providing solutions related to underground tunneling and construction operations
Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
Order and schedule material deliveries
Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
Supervise field operations
Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents
Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
Assist in generating change orders and as‑built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents