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Kiewit

Field Engineer - Heavy Infrastructure

Kiewit, Loveland, Colorado, United States, 80538

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Position Overview We are adding several experienced Field Engineers to our Central self-perform construction team. In this role, you will play a significant part in planning, organizing, and implementing project engineering & project controls tasks for heavy civil infrastructure and support activities such as mass grading, excavation, drainage, stormwater systems, paving, utility infrastructure, underground piping, structural steel, concrete forming, and underground trenching.

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).

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 perform 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

Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field, engineering or related degree program and a minimum of 2+ years in the field of self-perform construction, performing functions as outlined above. If no degree, must have at least 6 years if related experience performing functions as outlined above.

Must have working knowledge of scheduling, procurement, materials/purchase orders, subcontracts, contract review, and estimating for construction, and be familiar with the relevant computer systems for those functions and proficient with MS Office.

Experience with leadership of people, great communication skills, (verbal and written), planning and organizational skills, and a passion for safety. Interested in growing skills in self-perform construction with willingness to go where the work is, within our region.

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 $95,000/yr - $110,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.

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