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

Position Overview

We are adding Project Engineers to our Central division of Kiewit to support our growing Infrastructure project portfolio around the country.  You could be supporting major highway infrastructure projects, bridge projects, rail/transit, aviation, water/wastewater and power.  Our Central teams are the first construction team to the site, performing site prep for the roads, bridges or industrial buildings. Our team performs mass grading/excavation, cut and fill, drainage, paving, underground piping and utility work, earthwork, site development, concrete form work, asphalt paving, and related activities.  

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the Project or Construction Manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information; and therefore requires strong interpersonal and time management skills. Project Engineers may work as the Project Manager on some of our smaller projects and will be expected to develop the team below them.
 
If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of design/build projects to work on  - look no further!  We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands.  We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.   At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world.  With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees.  Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

Kiewit’s Central District is one of our largest infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, structural concrete/bridge, water/wastewater, and transportation projects. We self-perform work such as mass grading, drainage, paving, utility and more - so be ready to get your hands dirty! While headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the majority of our work is concentrated in the Central and South-Central regions of the United States. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry rather than design.

Location

This position will be based out of our Tennessee Brentwood office, supporting projects around Tennessee and Kentucky.  We offer relocation to the Brentwood/Nashville Area, and provide per diem and trips home for your assigned projects. 

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.

Qualifications

•   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

•   Minimim 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.

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