Field Engineering Intern: Hands-On Construction & Growth

Kiewit; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is offering a construction internship in the Southeast District with hands-on learning across field engineering, operations planning and project support in the Asheville area. You will participate in key functions within construction management and gain exposure to real-world tasks during May–August.

Candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering or construction management, able to travel/relocate, and highly motivated with a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Travel/relocate as needed
• Full-time during the summer (May–August)
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related
• Ability to access all points of a construction site in varying climates/environments
• Highly motivated with a passion for excellence and initiative
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time

Responsibilities

• Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities
• Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction
• Maintaining records regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents; identifying and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials

Skills

Travel/relocation

Work ethic

Motivated

Initiative

Education

Civil engineering or related

Job description

Kiewit is offering a construction internship in the Southeast District with hands-on learning across field engineering, operations planning and project support in the Asheville area. You will participate in key functions within construction management and gain exposure to real-world tasks during May–August.

Candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering or construction management, able to travel/relocate, and highly motivated with a strong work ethic.