Field/Office Engineer - Kiewit Bridge and Marine

Kiewit; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plan with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness program

Life insurance

Job summary

Kiewit Bridge & Marine is seeking an entry-level Field/Office Engineer to join our Field Operations team in the Pacific Northwest. You will assist in interpreting drawings, support field surveying, and help prepare work plans while gaining hands-on experience on bridge and marine projects.

This role offers strong travel and relocation opportunities, exposure to heavy civil construction, and a pathway to grow into higher-responsibility engineering positions.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Perform quantity takeoffs by taking measurements and determining material percentages.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.
• Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevations and control points.
• Assist in processing daily labor timesheets and JHAs.
• Support underground tunneling and construction operation solutions.
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews and toolbox talks.
• Schedule material deliveries and coordinate work groups on site.
• Supervise field operations and assist in cost and change management.

Skills

Reading drawings

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Teamwork

Willingness to travel/relocate

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

Field Engineering:

Requisition ID:

182213

Job Level:

Entry Level

Home District/Group:

Kiewit Bridge Marine District

Department:

Field Operations

Market:

Marine

Employment Type:

Full Time

Position Overview

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re building technical and traditional bridges, bridge-like structures, marine infrastructure or dredging, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. As a Field/Office Engineer, you bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.

District Overview

Kiewit Bridge & Marine, headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, is a general contractor specializing in heavy civil, marine and industrial work throughout the United States and Canada. We pride ourselves in being a leader in technical bridge construction, including cable-stayed bridges, suspension bridges and cast-in-place/precast segmental bridges for water crossings, highway flyovers, pedestrian access, light rail guideways and other transportation infrastructure.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of Northwest America – and maybe even beyond. Kiewit Bridge & Marine has active work across the Pacific Northwest and the Southeast, and a district office in Vancouver, Washington. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

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 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

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, 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

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

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

Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Engineer 1, Engineer I

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation

$79,000/yr - $87,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.