Senior Water Resources Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers at Kiewit in Denver, CO | USD150,000-165,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

drainage design

gis modeling

hydraulic design

project coordination

permit reporting

scope management

Development of drainage plans, profiles, specifications and estimates for transportation and water resources projects. This includes developing terrain, grading and other design components via models such as Inroads, Arc-GIS and other pre and post processing software packages
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support plan production, specifications, estimate and drainage design development and will be responsible / in charge of engineering work and may be the Engineer of Record for final design projects.
Channel hydraulics and design to include restoration techniques, erosion and scour protection, and alternative lining concepts.
Support project communications and technical meetings, provide coordination to resolve design issues
Provide technical guidance and oversight on non-traditional water resources projects.
Compilation of permits and reports for approval by regulating agencies
Participate in interdisciplinary design coordination to ensure that project elements are compatible
Provide Engineer of Record stamp of approval
Mentor/lead other more junior engineers/designers.
Establish and track project scopes, schedules, and budgets
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Requirements

pe license

civil engineering

hec-ras

autocad

12+ years

stormwater

Stormwater quantity / quality calculations, LID, NPDES compliance and erosion control
Flood analysis and knowledge of the NFIP including CLOMR and LOMRs
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work with individuals
Familiarity with flood risk analysis and knowledge of the NFIP including CLOMR and LOMRs is preferred
Pavement drainage, culverts, storm systems, pump stations, bridge sizing and scour
Must have experience mentoring others - (training on advanced topics, development of workflows and “how-tos”, etc.).
Software experience includes: HEC-RAS, HEC-GEORAS, HY-8, SWMM, Culvert Master, Storm CAD, Civil Storm, Pond Pack, Flow Master, 2D experience helpful such as SRH-2D, FLO-2D
Must have working knowledge of storm water quantity / quality calculations, NPDES compliance and erosion control
Regular, reliable attendance
Must have experience with US transportation projects.
Software experience includes: MicroStation, AutoCAD, Arc-GIS, GEOPAK, Inroads, Civil3D, OpenRoads Designer, HydroCAD.
This position includes occasional travel to project offices and work sites up to 25%.
Software experience includes: HEC-HMS, SWMM, TR-55, SBUH and HSPF method programs
Design-Build project experience preferred.
Ideal H&H software experience includes any or all of the following: HEC-HMS, SWMM, TR-55, HEC-RAS, HEC-GEORAS, HY-8, CulvertMaster, StormCAD, CivilStorm, PondPack, FlowMaster; SWMM, 2D experience helpful such as SRH-2D, FLO-2D
Prefer experience with pavement drainage, culverts, storm systems, bridge sizing and scour, revetment design, temporary drainage design, and coastal considerations for highway and transit drainage
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 12+ years of design experience in drainage, water resources, hydraulics or hydrology in either transportation or land development projects.*
Experience developing construction plans for transportation projects is preferred
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
3D modeling and/or programming experience a plus.
PE license required
Understanding of FHWA hydraulic engineering circulars and design series
Familiarity with design-build/alternative delivery is preferred
Must have excellent organizational skills and data integrity/file management/version control experience.
Watershed analysis, hydrograph and peak discharge development and routing
Working knowledge of hydrologic analysis methods including single-event and continuous rainfall modeling, watershed analysis, hydrograph and peak discharge development and routing (from a national perspective).

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets

Role

Description

drainage design

gis modeling

hydraulic design

project coordination

permit reporting

scope management

Development of drainage plans, profiles, specifications and estimates for transportation and water resources projects. This includes developing terrain, grading and other design components via models such as Inroads, Arc-GIS and other pre and post processing software packages
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support plan production, specifications, estimate and drainage design development and will be responsible / in charge of engineering work and may be the Engineer of Record for final design projects.
Channel hydraulics and design to include restoration techniques, erosion and scour protection, and alternative lining concepts.
Support project communications and technical meetings, provide coordination to resolve design issues
Provide technical guidance and oversight on non-traditional water resources projects.
Compilation of permits and reports for approval by regulating agencies
Participate in interdisciplinary design coordination to ensure that project elements are compatible
Provide Engineer of Record stamp of approval
Mentor/lead other more junior engineers/designers.
Establish and track project scopes, schedules, and budgets
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Requirements

pe license

civil engineering

hec-ras

autocad

12+ years

stormwater

Stormwater quantity / quality calculations, LID, NPDES compliance and erosion control
Flood analysis and knowledge of the NFIP including CLOMR and LOMRs
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to work with individuals
Familiarity with flood risk analysis and knowledge of the NFIP including CLOMR and LOMRs is preferred
Pavement drainage, culverts, storm systems, pump stations, bridge sizing and scour
Must have experience mentoring others - (training on advanced topics, development of workflows and “how-tos”, etc.).
Software experience includes: HEC-RAS, HEC-GEORAS, HY-8, SWMM, Culvert Master, Storm CAD, Civil Storm, Pond Pack, Flow Master, 2D experience helpful such as SRH-2D, FLO-2D
Must have working knowledge of storm water quantity / quality calculations, NPDES compliance and erosion control
Regular, reliable attendance
Must have experience with US transportation projects.
Software experience includes: MicroStation, AutoCAD, Arc-GIS, GEOPAK, Inroads, Civil3D, OpenRoads Designer, HydroCAD.
This position includes occasional travel to project offices and work sites up to 25%.
Software experience includes: HEC-HMS, SWMM, TR-55, SBUH and HSPF method programs
Design-Build project experience preferred.
Ideal H&H software experience includes any or all of the following: HEC-HMS, SWMM, TR-55, HEC-RAS, HEC-GEORAS, HY-8, CulvertMaster, StormCAD, CivilStorm, PondPack, FlowMaster; SWMM, 2D experience helpful such as SRH-2D, FLO-2D
Prefer experience with pavement drainage, culverts, storm systems, bridge sizing and scour, revetment design, temporary drainage design, and coastal considerations for highway and transit drainage
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 12+ years of design experience in drainage, water resources, hydraulics or hydrology in either transportation or land development projects.*
Experience developing construction plans for transportation projects is preferred
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
3D modeling and/or programming experience a plus.
PE license required
Understanding of FHWA hydraulic engineering circulars and design series
Familiarity with design-build/alternative delivery is preferred
Must have excellent organizational skills and data integrity/file management/version control experience.
Watershed analysis, hydrograph and peak discharge development and routing
Working knowledge of hydrologic analysis methods including single-event and continuous rainfall modeling, watershed analysis, hydrograph and peak discharge development and routing (from a national perspective).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets