Lead Electrical Field Engineer - EPC Power Projects

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Construction Field Engineer in Lenexa, KS to lead electrical field engineering on an EPC project, ensuring safety, quality reporting, and ethical workmanship. The role focuses on electrical planning, scheduling, contract administration, and progress and financial reporting on site.

You will mentor a team of Field Engineers and coordinate with Superintendents and craft personnel while ensuring compliance with NEC and project specifications.

Qualifications

• Graduated with a degree in Construction Management or related degree.
• At least 3 years of electrical construction experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA requirements.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Code.
• Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log and/or Primavera “P6” is a plus.
• 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 – Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
• The ability to travel and/or relocate as required.

Responsibilities

• You will support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by the supervisor, reviewing proposals/specifications, drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates, and attend pre-bid investigation meetings.
• 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 the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s).
• In this position you will also learn how to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
• Preparing work plans, assuring quality control, managing, and tracking costs and materials, scheduling equipment, administering safety programs and maintaining exceptional owner relations.
• Partner with Superintendents, Field Engineers, and craft on project within electrical discipline. Provide mentoring and strong leadership for a team of Electrical Field, and Field Engineers

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Teamwork

Travel flexibility

Site access ability

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SureTrak

Hard Dollar

Revit

SAP

Pro Log

Primavera P6

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Electrical Construction Field Engineer in Lenexa, KS to lead electrical field engineering on an EPC project, ensuring safety, quality reporting, and ethical workmanship. The role focuses on electrical planning, scheduling, contract administration, and progress and financial reporting on site.

You will mentor a team of Field Engineers and coordinate with Superintendents and craft personnel while ensuring compliance with NEC and project specifications.