Field Engineer - OGC/Industrial

Kiewit Corporation - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Construction of Buildings

About the position

As a Field/Office Engineer II at Kiewit, you will take on a pivotal role in ensuring the success of major construction projects within the oil, gas, and chemical sectors. Your primary responsibility will be to act as a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring that all engineering work is executed in a professional and ethical manner. You will report directly to the Project Manager and will be involved in various aspects of project management, including contract administration, project planning, scheduling, and reporting. This position requires a strong commitment to quality and safety, as you will be responsible for overseeing the work of field crews and ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards. In this role, you will assist in interpreting drawings and specifications for field crews, perform quantity calculations, and help prepare work plans and packages. You will also participate in jobsite safety reviews and training, order and schedule material deliveries, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite. Your office engineering responsibilities will include performing material takeoffs, assisting in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, and maintaining project recordkeeping and correspondence functions. Additionally, you will support estimating efforts by reviewing historical data and completing material and quantity takeoffs for bids. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or construction management, with at least 2 years of relevant experience. You must be willing to travel and relocate as needed, as job assignments may vary across the United States. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse projects while developing your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

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

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree, or equivalent experience in a construction-related position
• 2+ years of related professional experience in the construction field
• Ability to travel and relocate as required
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
• Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship, both now and in the future

Benefits

• 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
• Generous paid time off