Field & Office Engineer: Shape Major Civil Projects

Kiewit; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer in Columbus, OH to support our Eastern District's heavy civil projects. You will assist in interpreting drawings, performing quantity takeoffs, preparing work plans, and coordinating field operations alongside seasoned teammates.

This role offers substantial travel opportunities across the Northeast, exposure to bridges, tunnels, and water infrastructure, and a fast-paced team committed to safety and quality.

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.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Reading drawings

Microsoft Word

Excel

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Field/Office Engineer in Columbus, OH to support our Eastern District's heavy civil projects. You will assist in interpreting drawings, performing quantity takeoffs, preparing work plans, and coordinating field operations alongside seasoned teammates.

This role offers substantial travel opportunities across the Northeast, exposure to bridges, tunnels, and water infrastructure, and a fast-paced team committed to safety and quality.