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Field Engineer 1

Position Overview Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a new, emerging nuclear market? Our nuclear safety culture is strong at Kiewit Nuclear Canada. As a Field Engineer you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. As an Field/Office Engineer II, you will be expected to be a job-site leader in health and safety, ensuring quality of reporting and workmanship, and that all engineering work is completed in a professional and ethical manner. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, your main functions will include contract administration, project planning and scheduling, and project reporting, and you will play an advisory role to Project Management for contractual, legal, and other project issues. We are looking for people who want to work out in the field on major construction projects In an ever-changing job market, we offer a rare opportunity to be a part of a stable company with a proven track record of success. Your role will be essential to our operations, ensuring that your contributions are valued and impactful within Kiewit Nuclear Solutions.District Overview Kiewit Nuclear Canada is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry. Our rapidly growing nuclear solutions business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we live within and support. We are committed to build upon our history as one of the safest companies to work for by equipping our craft and staff with the best technology, processes, equipment, tools and safety programs available. We are an innovative team that prides itself on excellence through continuous improvement and an unwavering commitment to deliver for our clients. Our staff collaborates with Kiewit’s vast internal network of resources that span heavy civil and infrastructure, vertical and commercial buildings, industrial, as well our oil and gas and power generation markets, to drive safe and cost-effective solutions that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit’s core values of People, Integrity, Excellence, and Stewardship. On our team, you’ll have the opportunity to see, design and construct more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. Kiewit’s culture encourages training, developing your skills, and tailoring your experience and knowledge to allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, joining Kiewit can bring a lifetime of personal success and satisfaction.LocationOakville, ON.Qualifications • 3+ years' construction experience with 3+ years being in a Field Engineer capacity(preferably working on DOE projects)• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.• Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit’s policies, proceduresand software programs.• Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.• Excellent organizational, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills.• Strong experience in Leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration. Disciplines Needed: Electrical, Structural and Mechanical Superintendents. Responsibilities • Mentor and help to grow Jr. Superintendents and Field personnel• Review and approve the balance of Foremen, journeymen and laborer’s composite labor rates• Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication)• Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site• Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meeting with client for problem resolution and planning• Oversee and approve the monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections• Review, approve and negotiate change orders• Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover• Maintain daily diary for record keeping purposes• Ensure that all performance evaluations and completed in a timely fashion for direct reports• Recommend, where appropriate, organizational, policy and procedural or staff changes• Review and approve or reject promotions up to General ForemenWorking ConditionsOther 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.• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may varyWe 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.We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Field Engineer 1

Kiewit
Ottawa, ON
Full time

Published on 06/29/2024

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