Mechanical Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors is seeking a Mechanical Field Engineer in Lenexa, KS to support planning, organizing, and implementing project engineering and controls tasks. You will work with a team to interpret drawings, prepare work plans, and oversee field operations on major power construction projects.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a construction-related engineering field and at least two years of construction experience, with strong CPM scheduling and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related engineering or equivalent.
• At least 2 years in the construction field.
• Experience with CPM scheduling, unit man-hour performance, and material control.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Support field surveying and data collection.
• Maintain daily labor timesheets and participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Coordinate material deliveries and supervise field operations.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Unit man-hour tracking

Material control

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related engineering

Job description

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Mechanical Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Constructors

Location: Lenexa, KS, US

Requisition ID:182802

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Power Constructors District

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Field Engineer, you will play a significant part in the success of planning, organizing and implementing project engineering & project controls tasks. Excellent communication, attention to detail and an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position. We are looking for individuals with motivation and eagerness to expand their skillset in infrastructure construction.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing union craft force. Kiewit Power Construction builds major EPC power plants and solar projects throughout North America.

Location

This position is based out of Lenexa, KS.

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)
• 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering or equivalent experience and education
• At least 2years of experience in the construction field
• Must have working knowledge and be able to direct the operations of at least these management systems: scheduling - CPM, unit man-hour performance, material control, estimating and subcontracts.
• Experience with leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning and organization.

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Working Conditions

Other Requirements:

• 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.

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.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.