Project Engineer - South Central District

Kiewit; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit in the United States seeks a Project Engineer to lead scheduling, financial management, and coordination of construction projects within the South Central District. You will guide field and cost engineers, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating with design teams, managing temporary works, and supporting contract administration while maintaining safety and client satisfaction across mobility within LA, TX, MS, and AR.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or another engineering discipline.
• Experience leading engineers and coordinating cross-functional teams on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of safety, quality control and project controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with input from field teams and suppliers.
• Oversee project financials: revenue tracking, cost control and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare financial reports highlighting variances and corrective actions.
• Design and implement temporary works (scaffolding, shoring, access platforms) meeting safety standards.
• Coordinate with design teams to ensure permanent works meet specifications.
• Lead the project closeout, including punch lists and documentation handover.
• Maintain client relations and serve as primary client contact.
• Support operations planning and contract/subcontract administration.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Communication

Safety

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 177048

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: South Central District

Department: Project Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Project Engineer, you will be entrusted with both the technical execution and administrative coordination of construction projects. You will lead a team of field and cost engineers, ensuring that all project components are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. Your role will serve as a critical communication bridge between the construction manager and the broader project team, particularly in areas of financial performance and operational planning.

District Overview

Kiewit's South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving, and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.

Location

All roles are project-based and will require mobility for the duration of assignments within the South-Central District, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas.

Responsibilities

Project Scheduling

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, incorporating input from field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor progress against milestones and proactively adjust plans to mitigate delays or disruptions.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.

Financial Management

• Oversee project financials including revenue tracking, cost control, and cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare and present financial reports to project leadership, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, including billing and change order management.

Temporary Engineering

• Design and implement temporary works such as scaffolding, shoring, and access platforms to support construction activities.
• Ensure all temporary structures meet safety and engineering standards.
• Collaborate with field teams to adapt temporary solutions to evolving site conditions.

Permanent Design Management & Quality Control

• Coordinate with design teams to ensure permanent works are executed according to specifications and client expectations.
• Implement quality control procedures and conduct inspections to verify compliance with standards and regulations.
• Address design-related issues promptly to avoid rework and maintain project momentum.

Project Closeout

• Lead the closeout process, including punch list management, final inspections, and documentation handover.
• Ensure all contractual obligations fulfilled and client satisfaction achieved.
• Facilitate lessons learned sessions to capture insights for future projects.

Client Relations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for the client, maintaining open and professional communication.
• Address client concerns promptly and effectively, fostering trust and long-term relationships.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed.

Operations Planning Support

• Assist in the development of construction execution plans, including logistics, resource allocation, and sequencing.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to align field activities with strategic project goals.
• Support the integration of safety and environmental considerations into operational planning.

Contract and Subcontract Administration

• Manage the lifecycle of contracts and subcontracts, from negotiation through execution and closeout.
• Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions, including scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to resolve disputes and implement change orders.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
• 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering
• 3+ years' experience managing engineers with exposure to cost control and scheduling management
• 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.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• 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.

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.