Power Market Construction Management Internship

Job Description

Job Description: Power Market Construction Management Internship

Requisition ID: 179174

Job Level: Internship

Home District/Group: Power Market

Department: Field Operations

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary

Base Compensation: $17.00/hr – $24.00/hr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Posting Active: 03/17/2026 – 03/20/2026

Position Overview

Are you seeking a hands-on, real-world learning experience directly aligned with the skills essential for a full-time career in construction? This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop, participate in, and understand key roles and functions within construction management.

Our mission at Kiewit is to make a significant impact, and we provide numerous opportunities for you to contribute to our construction operations. Whether we’re undertaking ambitious projects like boring tunnels through mountains, harnessing rivers for energy generation, or constructing bridges that unite communities, we rely on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to achieve excellence. We invite you to bring your innovative ideas, unwavering commitment to quality, and strong work ethic. In return, we offer vast career and travel opportunities, coupled with the profound satisfaction of building the next monumental project from its very foundation. Kiewit is renowned for attracting top talent due to its fast-paced, exciting, and uniquely fulfilling environment.

District Overview: Kiewit Power Market

The Kiewit Power Market specializes in providing direct-hire and construction services for Power Generation projects, leveraging both union and non-union craft forces. Our market constructs major EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and bid-build natural gas power plants, solar fields, nuclear facilities, and energy storage systems across North America. Every project within Kiewit Power is steadfastly committed to Kiewit’s fundamental philosophy: “Nobody Gets Hurt.”

We are actively seeking individuals who are open to regular and frequent relocation, viewing it as a vital component of their career development. Candidates should desire job responsibilities within field operations, encompassing a diverse range of areas such as project controls, craft management, safety oversight, quality assurance, and contract administration. Your initial work assignment will be carefully selected to complement your existing experience and educational background, enabling you to make substantial contributions to project success from day one. If you are looking for employment with a company celebrated for its financial stability, extensive specialized capabilities, dedication to people development, and an outstanding performance record, you will discover that a career within our Power market offers fulfilling long-term benefits.

Location

A distinctive aspect of Kiewit’s culture is our commitment to going where the work is, which inherently exposes your career to abundant opportunities across various locations. While our headquarters is situated in Lenexa, KS, our Power projects are distributed throughout the entire United States. Therefore, candidates must be prepared for extensive travel and relocation as business requirements dictate.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a vibrant and diverse team on the construction, estimation, and scheduling of mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial systems.
• Provide support for both administrative and construction activities as directed by your supervisor, which includes reviewing proposals/specifications and drawings, performing material takeoffs, preparing cost estimates, and attending pre-bid investigation meetings.
• Gain valuable experience in supervising subcontractors and effectively communicating with vendors.
• Job duties will also encompass preparing detailed work plans, ensuring stringent quality control, managing and tracking costs and materials, scheduling equipment, administering comprehensive safety programs, and maintaining exceptional owner relations.
• We are seeking the next generation of leaders who demonstrate a strong drive for excellence and possess the determination required to thrive in a fast-paced, heavy construction environment.
• This job unequivocally requires relocation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Possess broad knowledge and the ability to understand project scheduling and cost control principles, as well as proficiently read and interpret project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
• Demonstrate working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with industry-specific software such as SureTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Pro Log, and/or Primavera “P6” is considered a significant advantage.
• Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Display good attention to detail, coupled with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Possess a strong work ethic – highly motivated and willing to go above and beyond to ensure tasks are completed correctly.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as an integral part of a team.
• Be able to freely access all points of a construction site across a wide range of climates and environmental conditions.
• Knowledge of construction safety practices and current federal & OSHA requirements is preferred.
• The ability to travel and/or relocate as required is mandatory.
• Possess reliable transportation to and from work sites.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance is essential.
• Ability to work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others, both individually and in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively, understanding and following oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use guidelines, and other company policies.
• Ability to work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• May be required to work at various different locations, and working conditions may vary.

Benefits

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that is among the best in our industry. This includes top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.