Field Engineer – Travel-Ready for Water Projects

Kiewit; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to support field operations across water facilities projects in the Southeast United States. You will interpret drawings, perform takeoffs, help prepare work packages, and assist field surveying while coordinating with crews and subcontractors to ensure safety and schedule adherence.

As part of a dynamic team, you’ll gain exposure to large-scale civil construction, apply engineering fundamentals, and travel to project sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field is required.
• Willingness to travel and relocate to multiple cities as projects demand.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to safety and quality.
• Flexibility for rotating shifts, weekend work, and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Perform quantity takeoffs by taking measurements and calculating completed work.
• Assist in preparing work plans and work packages.
• Support field surveying and layout including elevations and as-built data.
• Assist in daily labor timekeeping and JHA preparation.
• Provide solutions for earth moving, transportation, water resources and utilities.
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews and toolbox talks.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate on-site work groups.
• Supervise field operations.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree in a field related

Willingness to travel and relocate

Strong work ethic

Safety mindset

Team player

Valid Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in civil/construction engineering

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to support field operations across water facilities projects in the Southeast United States. You will interpret drawings, perform takeoffs, help prepare work packages, and assist field surveying while coordinating with crews and subcontractors to ensure safety and schedule adherence.

As part of a dynamic team, you’ll gain exposure to large-scale civil construction, apply engineering fundamentals, and travel to project sites as required.