Field Engineer – Travel & Growth Opportunities

Kiewit; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer to join our Foundations Co. team.

This role involves supporting field crews and craft supervision, performing quantity takeoffs, and assisting in job planning and safety processes across underground and foundation projects. You will work in both field and office settings, gaining exposure to estimating, surveying, and cost documentation while collaborating with engineers and project teams nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering (civil, mining, mechanical, geotechnical, construction management).
• Previous experience in construction or mining is preferred.
• Must have a strong desire to work in the underground construction industry.
• Be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one.
• Have the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong work ethic – willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good working knowledge and experience with Excel and Word.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Field Engineering: 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 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.
• Office Engineering: 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, 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.
• Estimating: 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.
• Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Engineer 1
• Other Requirements: Regular, reliable attendance; Work productively and meet deadlines timely; Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others; Perform work safely and effectively; Work overtime and weekends as required.

Skills

Reading drawings/interpreting specs

Communication skills

Teamwork/independent work

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer to join our Foundations Co. team.

This role involves supporting field crews and craft supervision, performing quantity takeoffs, and assisting in job planning and safety processes across underground and foundation projects. You will work in both field and office settings, gaining exposure to estimating, surveying, and cost documentation while collaborating with engineers and project teams nationwide.