Entry Level Field/Office Engineer - Kiewit Water Facilities South

Requisition ID: 71928

Overview:
Kiewit’s water/wastewater group is currently seeking construction engineers! This position will specialize in water/wastewater work. Kiewit self performs much of the work done, so be ready to get on a project and get your hands dirty! We are looking for people committed to the construction industry and not design.
As a Field/Office Engineer you will be introduced to a variety of office and field activities as well as estimating in order to develop your understanding of construction. During your first few years you can expect to spend time learning and working on shop drawings, submittals, schedules, take offs, pay requests, contract changes and project documentation. While learning these things you will have the opportunity to travel the country building complex projects that make a profound impact on communities.

Location:
We have projects all across the United States, in large cities and small towns, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined approximately 30 days out from start date.

Requirements:

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related degree
0-5 years construction/engineering experience
Must be willing to relocate for first assignment and throughout career
Committed to the construction industry and not the design industry- this is a hands on, construction career
Interest in water/wastewater construction
Knowledge and passion for construction safety- OSHA certification preferred
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
Strong organizational, time management and multi-tasking 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. This position will require more than 40 hours/week
The ability to access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates, environment and terrain

About Kiewit
As one of North America’s largest, most respected construction and engineering organizations, with 2017 revenues of $8.7 billion, Kiewit exists to make a difference. We improve and connect communities across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Australia through complex projects in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas and chemical, building, industrial and mining. Our services are as diverse as the skills of our 22,000-strong workforce to whom we provide challenging, honest work in a caring and collaborative culture. A sense of adventure, pride and fulfillment is built in to every career at Kiewit.

How We’re Different:

Consistently ranked within the top five of the “Top 400 Contractors” according to Engineering News-Record
Consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in North America and in 2015, named one of Fortune’s Most Admired Companies
Top-tier health, dental and vision insurance available from day one of employment
401K savings plan that includes company dollar-for-dollar match on contributions up to 6 percent
Our employees are entitled to accrue at least 20 days paid time off each year
We spend an average of $8,500 per employee each year on training and career development, and reimburse up to $5,250 per year in outside tuition costs

Kiewit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.