Project Engineer (Assistant Project Manager)- Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Project Engineer (Assistant Project Manager) to lead the administrative and technical aspects of constructing major power projects. You will act as the main information conduit between the construction manager and the team, and you will have the chance to mentor engineers on the project.

You will manage schedules, document control, and cost projections, read and interpret plans, and support multiple projects with a safety‑driven,

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering.
• 2+ years' experience managing engineers.
• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Examine field conditions, identify problems and cost-saving measures, and take corrective actions.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance and address deficiencies.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule using scheduling software.
• Manage document control and maintain contract document logs.
• Review drawings for change of conditions and distribute updates to field.
• Prepare monthly cost projections and quarterly cash-flow projections.
• Recommend improvements to methods, staffing, and procedures.
• Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects, mentoring engineers.
• Read and understand plans, visualize 2D drawings in 3D, and supervise project team.
• Support environmental health and safety programs at the project level.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Team player

Independent time management

Ethics and integrity

Safety mindset

Mentorship

Education

Undergraduate degree in Construction Management

Job description

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Project Engineer (Assistant Project Manager)- Kiewit Power Constructors

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US Kansas City, KS, US

Requisition ID:179279

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Power Constructors District

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. Do you have strong interpersonal and information management skills? In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the construction manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information. Do you have strong mentorship skills? You will have the opportunity to develop the people below you. If this sounds like a match for you, read on!

District Overview

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

Location

While the team is based out of Lenexa, KS, one of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software with input from other project management personnel.
• Manage document control; receive and log in new issue drawings and other contract documents; maintain document control log.
• Review new issue drawings and contract documents for change of conditions; quantify impact of changes and review with supervisor; distribute new issues to field.
• Prepare monthly cost projections using information generated from project management systems and prepare quarterly cash flow projections.
• Improve project operations by recommending, as appropriate, better methods, staffing and procedural changes.
• Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects, providing supervision and on-the-job training for lower-level engineers.
• Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• Manage and support project team including direct reports and others as needed
• Help drive the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering
• 2+ years' experience managing engineers
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

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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.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.

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

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.

We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.