Project Engineer Intern

Job Description

About Company

Kiewit is a prominent construction and engineering firm, with the specific division for this role being Kiewit Energy U.S. This district was established to cater to the diverse and growing domestic OGC (Oil, Gas & Chemical) market. Kiewit Energy provides comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for complex projects across various sectors including midstream, LNG, downstream, petrochemicals, alternative fuels (like ammonia, hydrogen, renewable diesels), and offshore fabrication. They also engage in pre-design project development phases with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI), fostering long-term client relationships by offering integrated schedules, realistic construction estimates, and construction-driven execution planning.

Kiewit’s mission is to “make a difference” through its construction operations. They are involved in cutting-edge projects such as installing carbon capture facilities and erecting LNG plants. The company prides itself on attracting top talent by offering fast-paced excitement, huge career and relocation opportunities, and the satisfaction of building significant projects from the ground up. They depend on their field engineers to prioritize safety, quality, cost, and timely execution.

The company’s culture is distinctive, emphasizing that employees relocate where the work is, which exposes careers to abundant opportunities and locations across North America. While their home office is in Houston, Texas, recent and current project sites have spanned the United States Gulf Coast, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Kansas, Montana, California, Alberta (Canada), and Veracruz (Mexico). Kiewit offers full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans, voluntary wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Kiewit is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Job Description

This is an Internship position at the Project Engineering Department within the Kiewit Energy US District, focusing on the OGC (Oil, Gas & Chemical) market. The employment type is Full Time Temporary, typically spanning approximately May-August for the summer. Common names for this role include Office Engineer Intern, Field Engineer Intern, Construction Coordinator, Project Engineer Intern, and Estimating Intern.

Position Overview:
This internship offers a hands-on, real-world learning experience directly related to the skills required in a full-time construction career. Interns will have the opportunity to develop, participate in, and learn key roles and functions within construction management and project engineering. The role is vital in ensuring the safety, quality, cost, and timely execution of projects, whether they involve carbon capture facilities, LNG plants, or ventures into new markets like ammonia, hydrogen, or renewable diesels. Kiewit seeks individuals with big ideas, a commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic, in return offering significant career growth and the chance to build the “next big thing.”

Responsibilities:
The intern will be involved in a variety of tasks crucial to construction project execution, including:
• Field engineering, operational planning, quantity and cost control, project scheduling, quantity tracking, material procurement, contract administration, estimating & supervision of field activities.
• Performing engineering tasks that require standard techniques and addressing minor technical problems arising during construction.
• Maintaining necessary records regarding job progress, costs, and material usage.
• Assisting in the execution planning and scheduling of job segments.
• Investigating problems and/or reported incidents, and identifying/recommending solutions or alternatives.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities) and pricing.
• Coordinating with suppliers to manage, track, and expedite the procurement and delivery of materials.
• Supporting the project management team with the planning, execution, and closeout of project-related tasks, thereby assisting in the overall execution of project engineering activities.

Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Ability to travel and frequently relocate as needed.
• Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August).
• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Possess a strong passion for safety and the ability to contribute to a zero-harm environment.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site across diverse climates and environments.
• Highly motivated, with demonstrated leadership skills, a 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.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• A team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail skills.

Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance is mandatory.
• Ability to work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• 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 and equipment use policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines, with the potential for overtime and weekend work as required.
• The role may involve working at various different locations, and conditions may vary.