Field Engineer - Heavy Civil; Water Treatment

Field Engineer - Heavy Civil (Water Treatment)

Location:

Portland, OR, US

Requisition : 180741

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Northern California District

Department: Field Operations

Market: Water/Wastewater

Employment Type: Full Time

We are adding Construction Field Engineers to build the Bull Run Filtration Facility to supply filtered drinking water to Portland and nearby areas. The facility is designed to treat up to 135 million gallons of water per day from the Bull Run River. The scope includes removing sediment and contaminants, site preparation, excavation, procurement, and installation of essential components like inlet structures, an ozone contact basin, and more.

This is a $1.24 B project with an estimated completion date of 3/2028.

Kiewit’s Northern California District specializes in heavy civil, power, transportation, and water resource projects. We pursue projects across the West Coast and seek individuals passionate about infrastructure and committed to a long‑term career.

This role will be based on‑site at the Bull Run Filtration Facility in Portland, OR.

• Assist in the interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
• Perform quantity inspections 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

• 2+ years’ construction field experience, preferably in heavy civil construction (roadway, concrete, asphalt, earthworks, bridge, rail, water, or wastewater)
• Experience in engineering and leading engineers
• Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a variety of climates and environments
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and 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 ensure no injuries
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

• 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 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

Base Compensation: $85,000 - $110,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our full‑time 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.

Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to our success.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.