Sr. Mechanical Engineer/HVAC Project Lead

Kiewit • Dallas, TX

2d • $150,000 - $185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer with strong HVAC design and project leadership experience to join our growing Buildings Group. This position is ideal for an engineer who is ready to expand beyond traditional design responsibilities and take on a leadership role, guiding projects from initial client engagement through construction completion. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, collaborate directly with clients, and deliver technically sound solutions for complex facilities. This role provides a clear path toward senior leadership and practice development responsibilities.

Within the First Year
The successful candidate will:
Independently lead multiple projects.
Serve as the primary client contact for assigned projects.
Mentor and develop junior engineering staff.
Support strategic growth within healthcare and federal markets.
Establish themselves as a technical leader and trusted advisor.

Within Three to Five Years
The successful candidate will:
Lead major programs and key client accounts.
Build and develop high-performing engineering teams.
Support business development and market growth initiatives.
Influence the technical direction of the organization.

Kiewit Architectural & Engineering (A&E) delivers fully integrated design and engineering solutions for some of North America’s most complex and high‑visibility infrastructure and building programs. Working hand‑in‑hand with Kiewit’s construction operations, the district provides coordinated design‑build and EPC execution that reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and drives innovative, cost‑effective outcomes.
Powered by a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and designers, KAE focuses on creating high‑performance, resilient facilities across key growth markets including Federal, Aviation, Mission Critical, Healthcare, Sports & Entertainment, and Commercial Buildings. The team supports sophisticated projects in sectors such as government, nuclear, transportation/transit and education—delivering scalable, forward‑looking solutions tailored to each client’s operational, regulatory, and long‑term needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 12+ years of experience in Building design, performing design functions as outlined above for Texas Kansas and Colorado locations.
• PE license is a plus. (For individuals looking for more Sr/Lead roles, must have licensure).
• Experience with HVAC systems including chilled water, dehumidification, hydronic heating, steam, and gas piping.
• Technical expertise in the following areas highly designers: Central Utility plants, Chilled and Heating Water systems, Medical Gas Systems, Critical environment design, Lab HVAC, Energy Modeling, Building Automation Systems, Life Cycle Cost Analysis Energy Modeling, UFC Criteria
• Proficient in HVAC load modeling, psychrometric analysis, ductwork and pipe sizing.
• Technically astute with HVAC Codes and Standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, FGI)
• Must have experience using building modeling software such as Trane Trace 700 or Carrier HAP.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems in high-reliability environments (e.g., N+1, 2N redundancy, cleanroom standards, radiation shielding).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design documentation tools.
• Skilled in reading and developing design drawings and writing specifications.
• High degree of self-motivation with experience leading and inspiring others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading teams and projects, which includes budget/schedule/scope management is required for more Senior Engineers.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• 15+ years’ of Building Mechanical experience with EPC experience, in other locations, with strong experience in one or more of our market sectors., that have experience leading projects and teams, with PE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC system design for complex facilities, supporting various contract models from concept to commissioning (EPC, D/B).
• Develop Basis of Design reports.
• Perform load calculations and energy analyses.
• Design central utility plants and campus distribution systems.
• Oversee the preparation of construction documents.
• Conduct technical reviews and mentor engineering staff.
• Lead projects from conceptual planning through construction.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Facilitate owner workshops and stakeholder meetings.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Manage project risks and maintain quality standards.
• Mentor engineers and designers.
• Support recruiting and onboarding initiatives.
• Help establish engineering standards and best practices.
• Foster a culture of accountability and technical excellence.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Participate in business development activities.
• Support proposal development and interview efforts.
• Serve as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery.

Benefits

• top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
• voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
• life insurance
• disability
• retirement plans with matching
• generous paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior