Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

Kiewit Corporation - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Construction of Buildings

About the position

As a Project Engineer for Kiewit, you will play a crucial role in the successful execution of various infrastructure projects within the South Central District. Your primary responsibilities will encompass contract administration, project planning, scheduling, quantity management, cost controls, and project reporting. You will lead a team of field engineers and serve as an advisor to Project Management on contractual, legal, and other project-related issues. This position requires a strong commitment to the construction industry, particularly in heavy civil and transportation markets, where you will be involved in projects such as mass grading, drainage, paving, and underground utilities. While most of the work is regionally based in the south-central United States, there are opportunities to work on projects across the country, providing a dynamic and varied work experience. Kiewit's culture emphasizes flexibility and adaptability, as team members may be relocated based on project availability and individual career goals. This means that your career path at Kiewit is tailored to meet both the company's needs and your professional aspirations. The role is expected to be based in locations such as the DFW Metroplex, Houston TX, Oklahoma City OK, Baton Rouge LA, or Little Rock AR, depending on project demands. You will be expected to lead processes and reviews of interpretations of drawings and specifications for field crews, assist in the preparation of work plans, supervise field surveying, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Your ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with various stakeholders will be essential to your success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Led processes and reviews of interpretations of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision.
• Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages.
• Supervise 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.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite.
• Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Supervise engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use.
• Preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested.
• Perform schedule maintenance and updates.
• Maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums.
• Reporting data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management.
• Generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager.
• Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• At least 4 years of construction field engineering and office experience.
• Experience working on large heavy civil construction projects - highway, transportation, infrastructure, and others related.
• Work experience in engineering and leading engineers.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 organization, time management, and attention to detail.

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 contributions.
• Generous paid time off.