Kiewit · 2 days ago
Project Engineer - Concrete Construction
Lone Tree, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $121K/yr
5+ years expKiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected engineering and construction organizations, seeking Project Engineers to support their growing Infrastructure project portfolio. The role involves managing the administrative and technical aspects of construction projects, ensuring effective communication between project management and the team, while also focusing on safety and operational efficiency.
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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
Required
Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering and 5+ years experience in construction as a project engineer or similar role performing functions as outlined above. If no degree, a minimum of 10 years experience in construction performing functions as outlined above
Experience with Self-perform construction is required
Experience leading/mentoring Field Engineers on self-perform construction projects
Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents and identify and resolve those in the field
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative with a Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time, 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
Competent in the use of computer software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Sharepoint and Outlook, as well as experience with scheduling and financial systems is required
Experience with knowledge project controls functions/terminology and project scheduling and cost reporting/cost analysis for projects is required
Ability to travel and/or relocate as needed to projects that will vary in duration in the states listed above
Preferred
Experience performing project engineering functions for power related projects, working with concrete, is preferred
Benefits
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
At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.
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