Field Operations Technician — Travel & Big-Impact Projects

Kiewit; Kittery (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Foundations Co. is hiring a Field Operations Technician in an entry-level capacity within the Project Controls department. The role focuses on supporting field crews with drawings, specifications, and material management across national-scale projects in transportation and foundations.

Candidates should be willing to travel, relocate, and work both independently and in teams. The position emphasizes hands-on field work, safety adherence, and close collaboration with engineers and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a construction-related field.
• Previous experience in construction is preferred.
• Must have a strong desire to work in the construction industry.
• Be willing to fully participate in job assignments at the job site.
• Must be willing to travel and relocate throughout career as we operate on a national scale, not a regional one.
• 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 both Excel and Word.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must have a valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Field: Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
• Field: Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
• Field: Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
• Field: Assist in field surveying and work layout support
• Field: Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
• Field: Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
• Field: Order and schedule material deliveries
• Office: Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
• Office: Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports and photographs
• Office: Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations as it pertains to your work

Skills

Excel

Word

Education

Associate's degree in construction-related field

Job description

Kiewit Foundations Co. is hiring a Field Operations Technician in an entry-level capacity within the Project Controls department. The role focuses on supporting field crews with drawings, specifications, and material management across national-scale projects in transportation and foundations.

Candidates should be willing to travel, relocate, and work both independently and in teams. The position emphasizes hands-on field work, safety adherence, and close collaboration with engineers and