Construction Associate – Field

Black & Veatch

. Perform assignments supporting construction activities across construction groups .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeKansas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong capabilities in construction project support, including cost tracking, schedule development, and compliance auditing. Proficient in analytical tasks, communication, and safety program execution within construction environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction DegreeCost TrackingSchedule DevelopmentOSHA 10-Hour CertificationField Experience

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Hard Skills

Cost TrackingSchedule DevelopmentConstruction EstimationSpreadsheet AnalysisMaterial ProcurementCompliance AuditingSafety Program ExecutionProject ControlsTrend AnalysisQuality Inspections

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsMultitaskingWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Industry Keywords

Construction PrinciplesProject ControlsSafety and Health RequirementsField OperationsMaterial Applications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform assignments supporting construction activities across construction groups
Build spreadsheets and analyze trends
Communicate information to site staff and departments
Travel to construction sites and assist with field operations
Assist with project controls, cost tracking, and schedule development
Assist field staff in facilitation, inspections, project controls, safety, and other operational areas
Assist with construction estimates and pre-planning safety and health activities
Audit construction activities for compliance with safety and health requirements
Execute safety and health program elements
Perform shop inspections with the quality group
Review codes and requirements
Assist with material applications and procurement logistics
Package construction subcontracts and work with site materials management
Support home-office startup through proposal preparation, commodity evaluations, and spreadsheet tool development
Support field startup through progress tracking, cost evaluations, turnover package development, system walkdowns, and punch-list maintenance
Perform other assignments requested by construction management
Analyze and communicate assignment results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a Construction degree from a recognized ABET-accredited program in the home country or country of practice
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Must have work authorization and not now or in the future require visa sponsorship
Must be willing to relocate for the job role
Must have reliable transportation
Some field experience strongly preferred
Preferred skills include analytical, multitasking, written and oral communication, initiative, self-motivation, attention to detail, interpersonal, mathematical, problem-solving, and computer skills
Basic understanding of construction principles
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher preferred
Intermittent travel to project sites
Short-term and long-term relocation to project sites and regional offices
OSHA 10-hour certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability insurance
Robust wellness program
Flexible work schedules
Paid vacation and holiday time
Sick time and dependent sick time
Company-matched 401(k) plan
Adoption reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Vendor discounts
Employment referral program
AD&D insurance
Pre-tax accounts
Voluntary legal plan
B&V Credit Union
Eligibility for performance-based bonus program
100 percent ESOP ownership and stock ownership financial rewards
Flexible ways of working
Meaningful development opportunities