Field Engineer 2- Electrical Construction 1

$95,000 - $105,000/Yr

Kiewit Corporation - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

Construction of Buildings

About the position

As a Field Engineer II at Kiewit, you will serve as the primary and lead engineer on construction projects, reporting directly to the Project Manager. This role involves overseeing both field and office-level engineering tasks, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards, and maintaining high-quality workmanship. Key responsibilities include contract administration, project planning, scheduling, and reporting, while also providing advisory support for project management issues.

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
• Assist in preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
• Assist in 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
• Assist with entering 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

Requirements

• 3+ years' construction field experience
• Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help ensure that nobody gets hurt
• 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

Benefits

• Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plans with matching
• Generous paid time off