Project Engineer, Power Construction Lead

Kiewit; Homer City (Indiana County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee the administrative and technical aspects of construction, coordinating between the construction manager and engineers. You will manage cost, revenue, and cash flow information while mentoring team members and driving safety at the project level.

The role requires a strong ability to read plans, manage schedules, and approve change orders across multiple projects. Expect relocation opportunities as projects shift across North America.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering.
• 2+ years' experience managing engineers.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Inspect field conditions and identify problems, cost-saving measures, and take corrective actions.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with contract plans and explain and take corrective action.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule with input from management personnel.
• Manage document control: issue drawings and contract documents; log and distribute changes.
• Prepare monthly cost projections and quarterly cash flow projections.
• Improve project operations with better methods, staffing and procedures.
• Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects and mentor lower-level engineers.
• Read and understand plans; visualize 3D from 2D drawings.
• Support project team and promote safety programs at the project level.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Project coordination

Budget control

Documentation management

Education

Construction Management / Construction Engineering (undergrad)

Tools

Scheduling software

Contract documents review

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee the administrative and technical aspects of construction, coordinating between the construction manager and engineers. You will manage cost, revenue, and cash flow information while mentoring team members and driving safety at the project level.

The role requires a strong ability to read plans, manage schedules, and approve change orders across multiple projects. Expect relocation opportunities as projects shift across North America.