Field/Office Engineer - Kiewit Bridge and Marine at Kiewit · Vancouver

Summary: Kiewit is a general contractor specializing in heavy civil, marine and industrial work throughout the United States and Canada. As a Field/Office Engineer, you will assist in various engineering tasks, including field operations, office engineering, and estimating, while contributing to the successful execution of construction projects.

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)
- Assist in providing solutions related to underground tunneling and construction operations
- 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
- Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
- 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
- Enter 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

Required Qualifications:
- 0-1 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
- Reliable transportation to and from work
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform 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 vary

Required Skills: Construction Drawings Interpretation, Construction Specifications Interpretation, Quantity Calculations, Field Surveying, Work Layout Support, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) Preparation, Material Takeoffs, Basic Engineering Calculations, Technical Drafting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Project Recordkeeping, Cost Reporting, Change Order Generation, Subcontractor Supervision, Purchase Order Preparation, Bid Document Review

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, 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