Power Market Field Engineer Intern

Requisition ID : 173561

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Job Level : Internship

Home District / Group : Power Market

Department : Field Operations

Market : Power

Employment Type : Full Time Temporary

Position 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 power plant, solar field, and wind farm projects 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 complement your experience and education, allowing you to make significant contributions to the project success.

Location

Although headquartered in Kansas City, our Power districts have projects that span across the entire US. Our projects may be built in large cities, small towns, or very remote locations, so our people must be willing to go where the work is.

Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Field engineers may do rotations between the field and office work.

Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires.

Responsibilities

• Work with a vibrant and diverse team to build, estimate, and schedule mechanical, electrical and heavy industrial systems.
• Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by the supervisor, reviewing proposals / specifications, drawings, perform material takeoffs, prepare cost estimates and attend pre-bid investigation meetings.
• Learn how to supervise subcontractors and communicate with vendors.
• Prepare work plans, assure quality control, manage and track costs and materials, schedule equipment, administer safety programs and maintain exceptional owner relations will fall within the job duties as well.
• This job requires relocation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering or related degree.
• Broad knowledge and ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office. Familiarity with SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log and / or Primavera P6 is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic Highly motivated and willing to do what it takes to get the job done right.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal & OSHA requirements is preferred.
• The ability to travel and / or relocate as required.
• 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 : $17.00 / hr - $24.00 / hr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and / or location)

We offer our full-time 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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