Field Engineer - Roadways

Program Management | Construction Management

KKCS, a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 80 professionals in our regional offices. KKCS has attracted to its staff a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients’ projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services.

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows for more money to be available to the agencies we serve, that inevitably will be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Field Engineer Roadways (Assistant Resident Engineer) – LAWA - ATMP Roadways

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary Range:

• Field Engineer I: $135,200 annually
• Field Engineer II: $174,720 annually
• Field Engineer III: $222,560 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KKCS is currently seeking a Field Engineer – Roadways (Assistant Resident Engineer) to support the oversight and inspection of transportation infrastructure projects at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) . This full-time, onsite role will assist the Resident Engineer in delivering roadway, complete streets, ITS/traffic signals, and related construction components. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in public works construction, contract administration, stakeholder coordination, and field documentation. The position is Full-Time, Onsite (5 days/week), and in LAWA’s Los Angeles, CA (Project Office).

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support LAWA’s Construction Inspection Division and the City of Los Angeles with daily field inspections to verify contractor compliance with plans, specifications, and regulatory standards (e.g., Caltrans, City of LA, utility agreements).
• Maintain checklists, coordinate field materials sampling/testing, and ensure compliance with QA/QC protocols.
• Prepare and organize thorough project documentation: conformed drawings/specs, daily reports, quantity calculations, photos, punch-lists, and as-builts.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, field directives, change notices, and task orders.
• Track contractor progress and support schedule reviews and coordination of upcoming work.
• Enforce safety, traffic control, SWPPP, MMRP, and environmental compliance on site.
• Support layout verification, construction staking, and payment item validation.
• Assist with administrative requests such as Area Shutdown Requests (ASRs), Utility Shutdown Requests (USRs), LAWA Impact Requests (LIRs), and lane closure applications.
• Review and apply Caltrans and City of LA permits and encroachment requirements.
• Attend pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings, and assist with final acceptance walks.
• Communicate clearly with LAWA project management, contractors, subcontractors, local agencies, and other stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in public infrastructure projects, preferably in transportation or utilities.
• Familiarity with Caltrans standards, construction manuals, and City of LA specifications (Greenbook, Brown Book).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and construction/project management platforms (PMWeb, Procore, Primavera, etc.).
• Strong technical skills in reading construction plans, specs, and field verification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and field documentation practices.
• Valid California driver’s license and availability to travel to job sites.
• Comfortable using laptops, tablets, and mobile devices for documentation and reporting.

Preferred:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward PE license.
• Experience working on federally funded or prevailing wage projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience with alternative delivery methods such as design-build, progressive design-build, or CMGC.
• Familiarity with LAWA Design and Construction Handbook and project delivery protocols.

KKCS is an equal-opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply