Field Coordinator/Engineer Intern - Eastern Canada District - Winter 2027

District Overview

Location

• One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Interns will have the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team under the guidance of experienced engineers. You may be called upon to perform a variety of engineering and construction management tasks. The intern will be placed in one of the three areas: office intern, field intern and estimating intern. You will be responsible for the following tasks: • Field engineering, operation planning, cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities. • Performing engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction • Maintaining records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc. • Planning and scheduling of job and/or job segments. • Investigating problems and/or reported incidents, identifying, and recommending solutions/alternatives as appropriate. • Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc. • Working with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials. • Estimation of costs for large-scale projects • Use of several software (Hard Dollar, AutoCAD, P6, InRoads etc.)

Qualifications

• Ability to travel or relocate as needed. • Ability to work full-time during the Winter. • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or related. • Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in a wide-ranging climate and environments. • 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.
• Other common names for this role: Office Engineer Intern, Office Intern, Field Intern.
• 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
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions
• Base Compensation: $21.00/hr - $26.00/hr
• (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
• 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.
• We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
• There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.
• Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.
• 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.
• Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.
• We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.
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