Field engineer jobs in Clarksville, TN - 32 jobs

**Requisition ID:** 178950 **Job Level:** Mid Level **Home District/Group:** Central District **Department:** Field Operations **Market:** Transportation Employment Type: Full Time **If you're viewing this position on LinkedIn, we recommend applying through our careers portal at our website ************************** t** **o ensure your application is fully reviewed by our recruiting team. We look forward to reviewing your application and connecting with you!** We are adding experienced Field Engineers to our Central division of Kiewit to support our growing Infrastructure project portfolio around the country. We are hiring in our Southeastern region to support projects in the Tennessee and Kentucky areas and offer relocation to the region and per diem while on projects outside of the immediate area. As an experience Field Engineer, you will play a significant part in the success of planning, organizing and implementing project engineering & project controls tasks for our heavy civil construction projects that could include major highway infrastructure, bridge projects, rail/transit, aviation, water/wastewater and power. Excellent communication, attention to detail and an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position. We are looking for individuals with motivation and eagerness to expand their skillset in infrastructure construction. This team is 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. ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, 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. **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** Our southeast office is located in Brentwood Tennessee, and individuals work out of this office, and travel around the region to support projects in TN, KY, MO, MS and NE, and potentially other surrounding states. Must be willing to relocate and travel. We provide per diem or relocation to the projects, based on duration. **Responsibilities** Field Engineering: - Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision - Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work - Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages - Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data - Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets - Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's) - Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training - Order and schedule material deliveries - Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite - Supervise field operations Office Engineering: - Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications and other contract documents - Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations - Assist Engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use - Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested - Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others - Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums - Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management - Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager - Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations Estimating: - Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid - Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator - Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents **Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field or engineering or similar field, with an interest in developing skills and experience in hands-on, self performed construction with at more than 2 years of experience (not including internships) in the construction field, performing functions as outlined above, preferably in the Heavy Civil Infrastructure market. If no BS degree, must have at least 6 years related experience/education. + Must have working knowledge and be able to perform operations in scheduling, understand "critical path method/CPM", material controls, estimating, subcontracts, change orders processes, record keeping/documentation control, jobsite reviews, coordination of work on a site, and understand estimating systems, material management systems, scheduling tools, document control systems. + Experience with leadership and management of people, strong communication skills (verbal and written), planning and organization skills + Familiarity with paving, grading, cut and fill, excavation, anchor bolt on, concrete forming is ideal for this role. + Willing to travel to projects and relocate. \#LI-JB1 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. 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. Company: Kiewit