Seattle/Puget Sound, Field/Office or Project Engineer
Location: Seattle/Puget Sound
Kuney is seeking qualified Field, Office and Project Engineers for Seattle/Puget Sound area.
Entry level applicants are encouraged to apply for entry level positions. Experienced professionals are also encouraged to apply to join the team as a Project Engineer. Positions are ideally suited for professionals seeking a career in Project Management, who want to be located in the Northwest, taking on challenging heavy civil projects.
This position is specifically located in the Bellevue/Redmond, WA area. Kuney is seeking candidates that want to join this project, and then have a career with the Company on future projects.
Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar degree required.
Essential skills include:
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Strong organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision making ability.
- Strong computer skills including CAD or microstation, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Scheduling experience a plus.
- Estimating experience a plus.
- Light-rail and/or Sound Transit experience a plus.
Office Engineer
Location: Spokane, WA
Kuney is accepting applications for an Office Engineer position, working out of the main office in Spokane. Entry Level applicants are encouraged to apply as are experienced professionals. Similar to the Field and Project Engineer positions, the Office Engineer position is ideally suited for Entry Level professionals seeking a career in Project Management, who want to be located in the Northwest, taking on challenging heavy civil projects. The Office Engineer works out of the main office supporting the Project Managers with design, submittals and other duties as assigned, and the Estimating team in the pursuit of new projects.
Civil Engineering or similar degree required.
Essential skills include:
- Experience working in CAD, microstation and other design programs.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Scheduling experience a plus.
- Estimating experience a plus.
Field or Project Engineer
Location: Seattle area &/or Spokane area
Kuney is accepting applications for Field and Project Engineer positions. Entry level applicants are encouraged to apply for entry level positions. Experienced professionals are also encouraged to apply to join the team as a Project Engineer. Positions are ideally suited for young professionals seeking a career in Project Management, who want to be located in the Northwest, taking on challenging heavy civil projects. Position may be located on the project site, or in the main office in Spokane depending on the applicant.
Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar degree required.
Essential skills include:
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Strong organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision making ability.
- Strong computer skills including CAD or microstation, Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Scheduling experience a plus.
- Estimating experience a plus.
Bridge or Marine Superintendent
Location: Northwest
The Superintendent works at the project location for the duration of the project, reports to and works with the Project Manager. The Superintendent directs all the field construction activities and is responsible for coordinating the efforts of all direct-hire job personnel and subcontractors.
Position Responsibilities:
- On-site manager of day to day activities of the construction operation
- Works with the Project Manager to plan construction, sequencing, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment and work schedule
- Provides input to cost and schedule forecasts, verifies work in progress
- Works with owner's representative to ensure work complies with plans, specifications and schedule
- Responsible for compliance with all OSHA (and state agencies) regulations and company safety policies and procedures; works with Safety Director to monitor craft and subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements
- Conducts weekly tool-box talks, performs weekly safety inspections
- Maintains staffing levels that contribute to EEO goals for minorities and females, and for apprenticeship goals
- Performs project close out and ensures punch-list is completed in a timely manner
Essential skills and experience:
- Five years experience as a key foreman or superintendent on bridge or heavy concrete or steel marine projects
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Ability to negotiate and interact with others in a fair, firm and friendly manner
- Advanced knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control and ability to control and supervise large groups
- Strong organization, multi-tasking, leadership and decision making ability
- Competent computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel ,etc.
- Four years of experience and/or a technical degree (additional education a plus)
Based on experience and qualifications, applicants may be considered for a Key Foreman Position that reports to the Superintendent. The Key Foreman position offers opportunities for advancement into the Superintendent position.
Position requires moving to the project location for the duration of the project (typically one or more years, project locations typically throughout Washington, Northern Idaho and Northern Oregon).
Intern: Summer 2023
Possible Locations: Bellevue, Tacoma, or Spokane area
Summer interns will have the opportunity to work on the job site alongside the Field Engineer and Superintendent, helping to advance one of Kuney's heavy civil projects.
Position is ideally suited for students nearing completion of a Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar degree, and considering a career in heavy civil construction.
Duties may include:
- Quantity tracking
- Submittals, RFI's
- Equipment coordination
- Construction design: false work, form work, etc.
- Survey / layout
Union Carpenter
Max J Kuney Co. has an immediate need for Union Carpenters with experience working on Highways/Bridges/Dam's. We are willing to train the right person for the job. This posting is for our in Spokane WA. Kuney Construction also have positions available in Seattle. Max J Kuney Co. encourages female and minority applicants to apply.
Qualifications: Member of the Pacific Northwest Region Counsel of Carpenters or willing to become one. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; and effectively jumps, sprints or throws objects. The position requires good manual dexterity and multilimbed coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina.
Compensation and Benefits: Paid Sick Leave - 1 hour for every 30 hours worked Professional and career development opportunities Union benefits as administers through the Carpenter's Union Trust Kuney Construction puts SAFETY AT THE CORE of everything we do. Our safety program emphasizes that working safely requires constant observation, oversight, and reinforcement of safe working principles through a cycle of EDUCATION, PLANNING, COMMUNICATION and EXECUTION. · EDUCATION: Ensuring employees and stakeholders are properly trained.
PLANNING: Development of site-specific safety plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHA’s). · COMMUNICATION: Ensuring the plan is clearly understood by all stakeholders. ·
EXECUTION: Accomplishing the task at hand per plan, with everyone focused on their safety, their safety fellow workers, the public, and the environment. ·
EDUCATION: The cycle starts again by applying lessons learned and embracing a culture of continuous learning from new hires to 30-year veterans. Kuney Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to attracting and maintaining talent which represents a diverse and inclusive workforce without discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work Location: One location