Kiewit is one of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned company operates through a network of offices in the United States, Canada and abroad. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation, water/wastewater, heavy civil, power, oil, gas and chemical, building and mining. With 2009 revenues of nearly $10 billion, Kiewit's workforce includes approximately 10,000 salaried and hourly staff along with more than 15,900 craft workers. Based in Fairfield, California, the Northern California District conducts its operations primarily through Kiewit Infrastructure West Co., a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. Our projects include grading, highways, bridges, dams, treatment plants and foundations.
To learn more about Northern California District please go to www.kiewit.com/northerncalifornia.
Responsibilities
Perform engineering work in connection with large-scale construction projects. Responsibilities may include: field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating and supervision of field activities. Perform engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction. Maintain records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc. May assist in planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments. Investigate problems and/or reported incidents; identify and recommend solutions/alternatives as appropriate. Review plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc. Work with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials. May be involved in the district estimating unit. This involves quantity takeoffs, site visits, estimating the work, sitting in on estimate reviews and helping to close out the bid.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree, or equivalent experience in a construction related position.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
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 - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
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.
The ability to travel and relocate as required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kiewit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kiewit Corporation - 11 months ago
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