Field Engineer 3 - Eastern District

Field Engineer 3 - Eastern District

As a Field Engineer 3 at Kiewit, you will play a critical leadership role in the execution of complex infrastructure projects and oversee daily field engineering activities. You'll provide technical guidance to field teams, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and optimize construction operations for safety, quality, and profitability. This role also includes coordinating closely with Superintendents and Project Managers. You will ensure construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with contract specifications. This position requires advanced technical expertise, strong coordination skills, and the ability to mentor a team of field engineers.

Kiewit's Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit's Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America and maybe even beyond. Eastern District's work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area, Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily field engineering activities on water infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance to field teams and ensure adherence to engineering standards.
• Coordinate with Superintendents to align engineering support with construction sequencing and priorities.
• Conduct field assessments to optimize construction operations and improve profitability.
• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and quality standards.
• Mentor and manage junior field engineers, assigning tasks and reviewing performance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, and progress tracking tools.
• Support cost reporting, forecasting, and budget analysis in collaboration with project controls.
• Review and manage construction documentation, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Assist in contract administration and ensure documentation aligns with project requirements.
• Interface with vendors and subcontractors to ensure technical alignment and timely deliverables.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to strategic planning and execution.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to provide technical input during bid development.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and historical data to support accurate cost estimates.
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope, pricing, and compliance.
• Provide constructability reviews and value engineering suggestions during the estimating phase.
• Support transition from estimating to execution by ensuring continuity of technical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in field engineering, preferably in transportation/heavy civil infrastructure.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Proficient in construction software (Primavera, Procore, Bluebeam, etc.).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Deep understanding of construction contracts, project controls, and cost management.

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.

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.