Field Engineer Heavy Civil Construction Transportation

Job Summary

Kiewit is seeking a Field Engineer to support heavy civil transportation construction operations on-site in Fairfield, California. The position offers mid-level field leadership responsibilities on a major infrastructure project.

Project Details

The assignment supports a $152 million upgrade to Interstate 80, including construction of a commercial vehicle enforcement facility designed to expand inspection capacity and reduce congestion. The project is scheduled for completion in February 2029.

Responsibilities

• Interpret plans and specifications for crews and craft supervisors.
• Calculate installed quantities, track progress, and support as-built documentation.
• Prepare work plans, work packages, and job hazard analyses.
• Support surveying, layout, elevations, control points, and field data collection.
• Coordinate labor records, material deliveries, work groups, schedules, and field operations.
• Participate in safety reviews, toolbox talks, sitewide safety meetings, and training.

Required Experience

• At least two years of construction field experience, preferably in heavy civil work such as roads, bridges, rail, concrete, asphalt, earthwork, or water and wastewater.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Ability to review engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents and identify discrepancies.
• Strong communication, organization, initiative, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to access active construction areas, work in varied conditions, and work overtime or weekends when required.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary is $85,000-$110,000. Full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, wellness and employee assistance programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement plan with matching, and paid time off.

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