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Northwest Field Engineer 1 - Heavy Civil
Location: Vancouver, WA, US Kent, WA, US Kapolei, HI, US Lahaina, HI, US Bellevue, WA, US Wahiawa, HI, US Boulder, CO, US Kodiak, AK, US Poway, CA, US Bremerton, WA, US Renton, WA, US Seattle, WA, US Spokane, WA, US Federal Way, WA, US Honolulu, HI, US Everett, WA, US Anchorage, AK, US San Diego, CA, US Tacoma, WA, US
Requisition ID: 177259 Job Level: Entry Level Home District/Group: Northwest District Department: Field Operations Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview
District Overview
Kiewit’s Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty! Location
Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast including Alaska and Hawaii, in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires. Responsibilities
Assist 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) Assist in providing solutions related to earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities and construction operations 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 Perform 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 performing updates as directed by others Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping 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 jobsite management Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents Qualifications
Must be willing and able to work in the heavy Civil, Construction Industry Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil engineering, mechanical, construction management, mining, geotechnical Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale, not regional Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment 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 including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects 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 time management ability and attention to detail Must have a valid Driver’s License Reliable transportation to and from work Previous internship experience is preferred Ability to begin or continue working with our company without requiring sponsorship for employment now or in the future Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Engineer 1 #LI-MR1 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. Base Compensation:$80000-$88000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from:09/01/2025 -12/31/2025 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. 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. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.
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Location: Vancouver, WA, US Kent, WA, US Kapolei, HI, US Lahaina, HI, US Bellevue, WA, US Wahiawa, HI, US Boulder, CO, US Kodiak, AK, US Poway, CA, US Bremerton, WA, US Renton, WA, US Seattle, WA, US Spokane, WA, US Federal Way, WA, US Honolulu, HI, US Everett, WA, US Anchorage, AK, US San Diego, CA, US Tacoma, WA, US
Requisition ID: 177259 Job Level: Entry Level Home District/Group: Northwest District Department: Field Operations Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview
District Overview
Kiewit’s Northwest District is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hardworking individuals with a passion for construction who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty! Location
Our current projects and opportunities are spread across the entire west coast including Alaska and Hawaii, in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as business requires. Responsibilities
Assist 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) Assist in providing solutions related to earth moving, transportation, roadways, water resources, and underground utilities and construction operations 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 Perform 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 performing updates as directed by others Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping 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 jobsite management Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents Qualifications
Must be willing and able to work in the heavy Civil, Construction Industry Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil engineering, mechanical, construction management, mining, geotechnical Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale, not regional Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment 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 including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects 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 time management ability and attention to detail Must have a valid Driver’s License Reliable transportation to and from work Previous internship experience is preferred Ability to begin or continue working with our company without requiring sponsorship for employment now or in the future Other common names for this role: Office Engineer, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Engineer 1 #LI-MR1 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. Base Compensation:$80000-$88000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from:09/01/2025 -12/31/2025 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. 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. Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business.
We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.
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