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Kiewit · 2 weeks ago

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Infrastructure Construction - TN/KY Region

Brentwood, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Kiewit is a leading company in heavy civil infrastructure construction, seeking Project Engineers to support its growing project portfolio in the Central division. The role involves managing the administrative and technical aspects of construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and leading a team of engineers.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Julie Britt

Responsibilities

With regard to that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications

Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed

Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed

Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software with input from other project management personnel

Manage document control; receive and log in new issue drawings and other contract documents; maintain document control log

Review new issue drawings and contract documents for change of conditions; quantify impact of changes and review with supervisor; distribute new issues to field

Prepare monthly cost projections using information generated from project management systems and prepare quarterly cash flow projections

Improve project operations by recommending, as appropriate, better methods, staffing and procedural changes

Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects, providing supervision and on-the-job training for lower level engineers

Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions

Manage and support project team including direct reports and others as needed

Help drive the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work

Qualification

Construction managementProject engineeringHeavy civil worksCost controlScheduling managementInterpersonal skillsTime managementAttention to detailWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

BS degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other related engineering disciplines plus a minimum of 5+ years' field and project engineering work experience in self-performed construction, with a focus in heavy civil works/infrastructure

Minimum of 2+ years' experience managing engineers with exposure to cost control and scheduling management, performing functions as outlined above

Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents

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

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

Benefits

Top notch health benefits

Great time off

Flexible work options

Wealth-building 401K plan

Unbeatable growth opportunities

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

Company

Kiewit

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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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