Quality Intern - Kiewit Power Constructors

Requisition ID: 182812  Job Level: Internship  Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District  Department: Intern  Market: Power  Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Are you interested in a hands-on real-world learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full-time construction career?  In this internship, you will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within construction management.  Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else. District Overview Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a non-union craft force.  KPC Power builds major EPC and bid-build power plant, solar field, wind farm and nuclear/DOE projects throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” Philosophy.Location Although we are based in Lenexa, KS, our Power districts have projects that span across the entire US. Our projects may be built in large cities, small towns, or very remote locations, so our people must be willing to go where the work is. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as business requires.Responsibilities •    Promote and maintain effective communications and relations (verbally and in writing) with district management, project management teams and engineers/clients as required.•    Examine and inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered; take corrective action as needed.•    Identify potential safety hazards and take all necessary corrective actions to eliminate or minimize them.•    Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Kiewit/TIC Quality Management System and procedures and promote standardization.•    Manage Welding Procedure Specification log and files for assigned districts..•    Assist in conducting project quality audits and reports. #LI-JS1Qualifications •    Ability to travel or relocate as needed •    Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August)•    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 climates 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 InternOther 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: $21.00/hr - $25.00/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. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.