Overview
Field Engineer - Heavy Civil - Southwest District 2026
Position Overview : Our mission is to make a di?erence and we o?er opportunities for you to make one too. We depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we o?er huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best : we o?er fast-paced excitement and ful?llment you won't ?nd anywhere else. This is not just a job, single project, or steppingstone. You will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide variety of heavy civil projects that range in size, di?culty, and duration. You will also be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in your career, which involves quantity takeo?s, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close-out.
Requisition ID : 177182
- Job Level : Entry Level
- Home District / Group : Southwest District
- Department : Field Operations
- Market : Transportation
- Employment Type : Full Time
Location
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. Although headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the Southwest District has projects that span across the entire nation for rail specific projects. Our work spans as far north as Washington and as far east as Texas. Our projects are in both 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
Field Engineering : Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervisionField Engineering : Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed / installed materials and workField Engineering : Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packagesField Engineering : Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built dataField Engineering : Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheetsField Engineering : Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's)Field Engineering : Assist in providing solutions related to heavy civil, transportation and water projects and construction operationsField Engineering : Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety trainingField Engineering : Order and schedule material deliveriesField Engineering : Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsiteField Engineering : Supervise field operationsOffice Engineering : Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documentsOffice Engineering : Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operationsOffice Engineering : Assist engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal useOffice Engineering : Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requestedOffice Engineering : Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by othersOffice Engineering : Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, RFIs, and memorandumsOffice Engineering : Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite managementOffice Engineering : Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project ManagerOffice Engineering : Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operationsEstimating : Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bidEstimating : Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior EstimatorEstimating : Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documentsQualifications
Must be willing and able to work in the Heavy Civil, Construction IndustryUndergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related degreeExperience with leadership and management of people, communication (written and verbal), planning, and organizationWillingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scaleAbility to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmentHighly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiativeStrong 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 projectsDemonstrated commitment to ethics and integrityPassion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurtStrong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsTeam player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectivesStrong time management ability and attention to detailMust have a valid Driver's LicenseReliable transportation to and from workPrevious internship experience is preferredAbility to begin or continue working with our company without requiring sponsorship for employment now or in the futureOther requirements
Regular, reliable attendanceWork productively and meet deadlines timelyCommunicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environmentPerform 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 varyCompensation & Benefits
Base Compensation : $82,000 - $90,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and / or location)
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.
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