About this opportunity
Kiewit lists this Field Engineer - Kiewit Power Delivery opportunity in lenexa, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Requisition ID:
Job Level: Entry Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery
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
The Kiewit Power Market provides direct-hire and construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union and non-union craft force. The Kiewit Power Market builds major EPC and bid-build natural gas power plants, solar fields, nuclear facilities and energy storage systems throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit's "Nobody Gets Hurt" Philosophy.
We are seeking individuals who are open to regular and frequent relocation for career development opportunities and who desire job responsibilities in field operations ranging from project controls, craft management, safety, quality, and contract administration. Your initial work assignment will compliment your experience and education, allowing you to make significant contributions to the project success. If you're seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record you will find employment within our Power market to be fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefits.
Location
One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. While headquartered in Lenexa, KS, our Power projects span across the entire United States and candidates 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, or equivalent experience
Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company
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: $85,000 - $90,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 09/07/2026 - 01/01/2027
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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Who can apply
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