Structural Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit•Centennial, CO

1d•$115,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kiewit is hiring a Structural Engineer to support its Dams and Water Resources business across North America. The role focuses on the design and construction of dams, levees, and other hydraulic structures, providing technical, quality, and safety leadership on projects and pursuits. The engineer collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions to complex structural issues, independently develops and reviews major designs and proposals, resolves interfaces across disciplines, and serves as a technical resource to project, estimating, and construction teams. The position also involves directing and mentoring engineers while delivering safe, constructible, and cost-effective solutions. The position is based in Kiewit's Lone Tree, Colorado office, with travel to project offices and sites as needed. A flexible work schedule is offered. The role may involve work at various locations and conditions, including construction sites in varying climates and environmental conditions. Travel is generally less than 25 percent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible structural engineering experience.
Hydraulic structures experience, including stability analyses; design of new hydraulic structures; stability improvements to existing structures; condition assessments; repair and refurbishment design; and dam safety assessments.
Professional Engineer or equivalent registration in the applicable jurisdiction, or ability to obtain it.
Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
Demonstrated autonomy, initiative, sound judgment, ability to prioritize work, commitment to improving quality, cost, safety, and efficiency, and willingness to seek feedback to improve processes.
Knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, SAFE, Mathcad, or equivalent tools.
Experience working in a team and directing, reviewing, or mentoring engineers and designers.
Ability to travel to project sites and offices, generally less than 25 percent, and safely access construction sites in varying climates and environmental conditions.
Regular, reliable attendance; ability to work productively, meet deadlines, communicate and interact professionally, work safely, and understand and follow instructions and policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and to work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Structural engineering experience involving hydropower, dams, hydraulic structures, heavy civil construction, and design-build project delivery.
Experience working directly with contractors and construction teams through Early Contractor Involvement, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, or similar delivery models.
NCEES record for U.S.-based positions.

Responsibilities

Work on preliminary engineering designs and EPC/design-build pursuits and projects; develop design recommendations and produce design deliverables; serve as lead structural engineer and engineer of record, with responsibility for design recommendations and deliverables.
Ensure designs consistently apply design standards and technical approaches and comply with the design quality management program.
Contribute to interdisciplinary pursuit teams developing innovative, cost-effective bid-phase designs, identifying key design risks, and planning risk mitigation.
Coordinate with the Design and Project Management Team to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Lead exploration of alternative designs and new technologies to develop innovative design solutions.
Collaborate with staff and the Engineering Project Management Team to develop work scopes and labor estimates.
Interface with clients, construction personnel, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies.
Promote collaboration and coordination, provide feedback, encourage learning, and mentor team members.
Lead by example in safety and quality and foster continuous improvement.
Supervise and oversee the work of others as required.