Senior Field Engineer | Power Construction & Client Lead

Kiewit; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors District in Indianapolis seeks a Lead Field Engineer to manage overall project performance and ensure safety excellence. You’ll oversee preconstruction, estimating, and cross‑team management, while maintaining strong client relations.

Requires 10+ years in power construction, a relevant bachelor's degree, and proven leadership in project directions. Travel/relocation may be needed; relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in Power Construction market.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Construction Management; Business, OR similar type experience.
• Prior experience as Project Manager or Project Director of construction teams.
• Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, coordinating and managing all disciplines and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Staff management, project management and business process management knowledge.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications for project control and administration.

Responsibilities

• Leads all aspects of safety culture with Nobody Gets Hurt commitment.
• Provides oversight and senior management for multiple construction teams.
• Oversees preconstruction, estimating, and proposal development for opportunities.
• Builds long‑term client relationships to generate new business opportunities.
• Leads contract negotiations, solutions, and development.
• Ensures staffing resources and supports employee development and retention.

Skills

Staff Management

Project Management

Public Speaking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Construction Management; Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Kiewit Power Constructors District in Indianapolis seeks a Lead Field Engineer to manage overall project performance and ensure safety excellence. You’ll oversee preconstruction, estimating, and cross‑team management, while maintaining strong client relations.

Requires 10+ years in power construction, a relevant bachelor's degree, and proven leadership in project directions. Travel/relocation may be needed; relocation support is available.