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Washington DC's construction engineer job market is shaped by large-scale federal infrastructure projects, institutional development, and public transit expansion. Major employers include Clark Construction, Gilbane Building Company, and Turner Construction. International candidates with structural, civil, or project engineering backgrounds will find active hiring activity concentrated across DC proper and nearby Northern Virginia corridors.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180573
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Field Operations
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As an Construction Field Engineer, you will play a significant part in the success of planning, organizing and implementing project engineering & project controls tasks. Excellent communication, attention to detail and an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position. We are looking for individuals with motivation and eagerness to expand their skillset in infrastructure construction.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
This position will be based on project sites in the Greater Washington DC area and Homer City, PA. 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
Field Engineering:
- Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations 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
Office Engineering:
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications and other contract documents
- Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
- Assist Engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
- Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
- Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
- Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
- Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
- Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
- Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
Estimating:
- Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
- Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
- Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering or equivalent experience and education, required.
- At least 2 years of experience in the construction field, preferably in the vertical construction markets.
- Must have working knowledge and be able to direct the operations of at least these management systems: scheduling - CPM, unit man-hour performance, material control, estimating and subcontracts.
- Experience with leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning and organization
- Willingness to travel and relocate on an as-needed basis.
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
Base Compensation:
$90,000/yr - $105,000/yr (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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 180573
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Field Operations
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As an Construction Field Engineer, you will play a significant part in the success of planning, organizing and implementing project engineering & project controls tasks. Excellent communication, attention to detail and an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position. We are looking for individuals with motivation and eagerness to expand their skillset in infrastructure construction.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
This position will be based on project sites in the Greater Washington DC area and Homer City, PA. 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
Field Engineering:
- Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations 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
Office Engineering:
- Perform material takeoffs from drawings, specifications and other contract documents
- Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support field operations
- Assist Engineers to gather and prepare data for submittal or transmittal to the customer, vendors, subcontractors, governmental agencies, and internal use
- Participate in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontracts, performing minor solicitations and purchasing as requested
- Schedule maintenance and performing updates as directed by others
- Assist in the maintenance of basic project recordkeeping and correspondence functions including daily reports, photographs, requests for information (RFIs), and memorandums
- Enter data into the job cost system and participate in reviewing cost reports with jobsite management
- Assist in generating change orders and as-built data to be reviewed by the Project Manager
- Provide field support and supervise subcontractor operations
Estimating:
- Assist in reviewing and analyzing historical data relative to the project, incorporating various productions and costs appropriate in preparation of a bid
- Complete a plan and specification review for an assigned project, assessing the risk areas and bringing them to the attention of the Senior Estimator
- Complete material and quantity takeoffs according to bid documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering or equivalent experience and education, required.
- At least 2 years of experience in the construction field, preferably in the vertical construction markets.
- Must have working knowledge and be able to direct the operations of at least these management systems: scheduling - CPM, unit man-hour performance, material control, estimating and subcontracts.
- Experience with leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning and organization
- Willingness to travel and relocate on an as-needed basis.
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
Base Compensation:
$90,000/yr - $105,000/yr (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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Which companies sponsor visas for construction engineers in Washington DC?
Clark Construction, Gilbane Building Company, Turner Construction, and Skanska are among the larger general contractors with a presence in Washington DC that have sponsored construction engineers for work visas. Federal contractors working on government facilities and infrastructure projects tend to have more established HR and legal infrastructure to support the sponsorship process, though sponsorship is never guaranteed.
Which visa types are most common for construction engineer roles in Washington DC?
The H-1B visa is the most commonly used visa for construction engineers in Washington DC, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, structural, or construction engineering. The O-1A is an option for engineers with demonstrated extraordinary achievement. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA treaty if the role aligns with the engineer classification.
How to find construction engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Washington DC?
Migrate Mate filters construction engineer jobs in Washington DC specifically by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you from manually screening hundreds of listings. You can search by role and location to surface employers who have previously sponsored H-1B or other work visas for engineering positions. Given DC's heavy concentration of federal contractors and infrastructure-focused firms, the platform surfaces relevant openings across both the public and private development sectors.
Which areas in Washington DC have the most construction engineer sponsorship opportunities?
Washington DC proper is the primary hub, with significant activity tied to federal agency facilities, Capitol Hill development, and transit projects like Metro system expansions. The Northern Virginia corridor, particularly Arlington and Tysons, also generates substantial demand from contractors working on mixed-use and government-adjacent projects. Maryland suburbs near Bethesda and Silver Spring see activity tied to institutional and healthcare construction.
Are there any DC-specific considerations for construction engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
Construction engineers in Washington DC working on federally funded projects may encounter additional compliance requirements, including prevailing wage rules under the Davis-Bacon Act, which the employer must account for when filing a Labor Condition Application for an H-1B. DC's proximity to federal clients means many employers are large, established contractors with legal teams familiar with sponsorship, but the volume of federal security clearance requirements can narrow the pool of sponsored roles.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored construction engineer jobs in Washington DC?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.