Traveling Field Engineer - Building Group

Kiewit Corporation

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Bridge Building, Calendar Management, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Design, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Safety, Contract Requirements, Cost Reporting, Data Collection, Data Entry, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Employee Benefits, Government Contracts, Hazard Analysis, Hospital, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Manufacturing, Material Take Off, Materials Planning, On Site Support, Operational Support, Operations Management, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Control, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Request for Information (RFI), Retail, Safety Training, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Set Goals, Shaft/Tunnel Construction, Sports, Surveying, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Time Management, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
4 days ago

Direct message the job poster from KiewitTraveling Construction Field EngineerRequisition ID: 178765Job Level: Senior LevelHome District/Group: Kiewit Building GroupDepartment: Field SupervisionMarket: BuildingEmployment Type: Full TimePosition OverviewAs a Traveling Construction Field Engineer, your assignments may take you to some of the most impactful energy projects in the nation. We're seeking Construction professionals who thrive on travel, embrace new environments, and are excited about working where the action is. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires up 95% of the time. 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.Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we're boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else.District OverviewKiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn‑key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services.LocationCandidates must be able to travel and work on projects anywhere in the US & will be eligible for routine travel home. 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.ResponsibilitiesField EngineeringAssist 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 EngineeringPerform 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 perform updates as directed by others.Assist in the maintenance of basic project record‑keeping 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 job‑site management.Assist in generating change orders and as‑built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager.Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.QualificationsYou must be able to travel for per diem/routing home leave projects up to 95% of the time.Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering or equivalent experience and education, required.At least 2 years of experience in the construction field, preferably in the vertical construction markets.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.Other RequirementsRegular, 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.We offer our full‑time 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.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kiewit by 2x.Sign in to set job alerts for “Field Engineer” roles.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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