Field Representative

KFI Engineers

. Engage in design review, cost estimating, construction planning, scheduling, and equipment procurement .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSt. Paul • Minnesota • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $51 - $63 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in construction project management, including design review, cost estimating, and equipment procurement. Possesses strong technical skills in engineering principles and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10 Years Of Construction ExperienceCost EstimatingTechnical Skills In Engineering PrinciplesIndustrial Project ExperienceAbility To Adapt To Changing Circumstances

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimatingConstruction PlanningSchedulingEquipment ProcurementTechnical Work ComprehensionEngineering PrinciplesMillwright DisciplinePiping DisciplineMechanical DisciplineElectrical Discipline

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaborativeSelf-DirectedAbility To Build Credibility

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree In Engineering/ConstructionBachelor's Degree In Engineering/Construction

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementField ExperienceAgribusinessProject DocumentationStakeholder Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in design review, cost estimating, construction planning, scheduling, and equipment procurement
Coordinate communications and work among the KFI project team, client, general contractor or construction manager, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
Troubleshoot problems and facilitate timely decisions affecting project timeliness, work quality, and client satisfaction
Ensure complete project documentation and distribute it to appropriate stakeholders
Monitor contractors and subcontractors to ensure work meets or exceeds KFI and client standards
Attend construction meetings and represent client and KFI needs
Gather field information to support the project team
Research and identify root causes of problems
Inspect equipment and critically observe equipment testing
Review and clarify construction documents as needed
Communicate with appropriate KFI staff to expedite customer-problem resolution
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 10 years of construction and field experience
Ability to engage others and build credibility quickly
Ability to comprehend technical work in the field and convey situations and problems concisely
Strong communication and influencing skills
Demonstrated maturity and self-confidence to work with a wide variety of individuals
Collaborative and self-directed
Ability to adapt quickly to rapidly changing circumstances
Willingness to travel and be on a job site for weeks at a time
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Engineering/Construction, or related experience in an agribusiness operation (preferred)
Strong technical skills and ability to understand and apply engineering and design principles and standards
Fundamental understanding of millwright, piping, mechanical, electrical, and civil/structural disciplines
Cost estimating experience
Industrial project experience; agribusiness experience preferred
Ability to work on tough construction-site terrain and lift or move field testing equipment
Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
Virtual health services
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with KFI contributions for HDHP enrollees
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off, including Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Company Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Bereavement Leave
Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage
Annual bonus eligibility
Mentorship programs
Career growth support
Continued education