Field Engineer - Structures

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 services at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows for more money to be available to the agencies we serve, that will inevitably be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Field Engineer – Structures (Assistant Structures Representative) – 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 seeking a qualified Field Engineer – Structures (Assistant Structures Representative) to support ongoing construction at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). This individual will assist the Structures Representative in overseeing and inspecting bridges, retaining walls, falsework, and other structural elements associated with large-scale transportation infrastructure. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, knowledgeable in Caltrans standards, and capable of coordinating with contractors, stakeholders, and inspection teams in a dynamic field environment. 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 Construction Inspection Division and City of LA with daily structural field inspections, including cast-in-place concrete, structural steel, precast elements, post-tensioning, falsework, and CIDH piles.
• Prepare and maintain inspection checklists, sampling/testing logs, and documentation per project specifications.
• Ensure conformance with Caltrans Standard Specifications and Bridge Construction Records and Procedures (BCRP) manual.
• Maintain thorough documentation: daily reports, photo logs, inspection notes, quantity tracking, as-built drawings, and punchlists.
• Assist with the review and processing of RFIs, submittals, field directives, change orders, and task orders.
• Monitor contractor progress and assist in schedule reviews and coordination.
• Support verification of grades/elevations using surveying tools and develop grade sheets and 4-scale drawings for CIP Post-Tensioned Box Girder Bridges.
• Coordinate material sampling and testing with LAWA Labs, BCA, Caltrans METS, and other agencies.
• Communicate effectively with agency staff, contractors, and other stakeholders to resolve field issues.
• Assist with close-out documentation and final inspections.
• Willingness to workdays, nights, and/or weekends in active heavy construction environments and elevated structures, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in public works or transportation projects, with structural experience.
• Familiarity with Caltrans Bridge Construction procedures and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Valid California driver’s license and ability to work safely on active construction sites.

Preferred:

• Experience with cast-in-place post-tensioned box girder bridges, falsework, temporary shoring, mass soil mixing, and retaining walls.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or working toward PE license.
• Caltrans Structure Rep training or experience with METS inspection processes.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Experience working on progressive design-build, design-build, or CMGC projects.
• Familiarity with LAWA Design and Construction Handbook and delivery procedures.

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