Requisition ID: 177548

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Field Engineer at Kiewit, you’ll bring bold ideas, a commitment to quality and an unwavering work ethic to the jobsite each day. In return, we offer unmatched career growth, travel opportunities, and the unique reward of building critical energy infrastructure from the ground up. Whether we’re constructing cutting-edge solar fields or building power plants that energize local communities, we rely on our driven, safety-focused, and technically skilled team members to make it happen.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC and bid-build natural gas power plants, solar fields, and energy storage systems throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” Philosophy.

Location

Although based in Kansas City, Kiewit Power Constructors builds projects across the U.S. –from bustling urban centers to remote landscapes. As a Field Engineer, your assignments may take you to some of the most impactful energy projects in the nation. Job locations are project based and finalized closer to your start date. We seek professionals who thrive on travel, embrace new environments, and are excited about working where the action is. Rotations between the field and office work may occur depending on the project’s scope and stage. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a dynamic team to build, estimate, and schedule, mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects
Prepare detailed work plans and schedules to guide project execution
Ensure quality control, manage and track costs, purchase and manage materials, and maintain schedule and equipment logistics
Administer safety programs with strict adherence to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” philosophy
Foster and maintain strong relationships with owners and stakeholders
Support both administrative and field operations: review drawings/specs, perform material takeoffs, and prepare cost estimates
Supervise subcontractors, coordinate with vendors, and uphold high construction standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
Knowledge of construction safety and current OSHA standards
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and owner specifications
Familiarity with project scheduling and cost control techniques
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log or Primavera “P6” is a plus
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies
Highly motivated with strong work ethic and a commitment to getting the job done right
Able to work independently and part of a collaborative environment
Physically able to navigate active construction site in varying climates and conditions
Willingness to relocate and travel as required
Access to reliable transportation to and from work

Other Requirements

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.

Base Compensation: $63,804  - $95,705

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 09/03/2025 - 05/29/2026

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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