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Kiewit

Design Engineering Director, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

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Kiewit
One of North America’s largest construction and engineering firms delivering complex infrastructure and industrial projects.
Lead design engineering for large design‑build infrastructure projects in the Southeast.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Raleigh, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
31,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Mine Management
Production
Infrastructure Construction
Maintenance
Contract Mining
Power Industry
Gas-fired Generation
Power Delivery
Role
What you would be doing
project scheduling
risk management
design management
team leadership
cost control
project controls
  • Manage staff and activities for a project of significant size and complexity and develop staffing plans and schedules to meet the delivery schedule and task requirements.
  • Lead and manage a team of Kiewit design engineers and subconsultants, and ensure they are prepared to execute and deliver.
  • Interface and maintain relationships with the Owner, other Kiewit operating districts and design partners.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Facilitate work planning activities, oversee pre-award level of effort and fee development, quality management, and risk/change management.
  • Participate in development and negotiation of teaming agreements between subconsultants ensuring that Kiewit protocols and standards for commercial and risk terms are achieved.
  • Present ideas in persuasive and compelling ways; gain support and buy-in without demanding it; influences others to desired course of action.
  • Work closely with Business Development team to leverage existing relationships with sub-consultants and owners to facilitate positioning of Kiewit to win.
  • Lead transition from pre-award to post-award work planning and resource scheduling.
  • Bring a “best practice” mindset with an eye to constant improvement and quality in delivery of work product.
  • Manage the design team to ensure the scope is met while producing quality deliverables within the required schedule, managing risk/change, and the project budget while balancing impacts for the overall success of Kiewit.
  • Prior to shortlisting, assist with preparation and review of SOQs.
  • Lead and manage a team of Kiewit design engineers, estimators and subconsultants making up the pursuit team, and ensure they are prepared to execute and deliver pre-award work.
  • Mentoring and developing technical capabilities of mid-level and junior staff.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • Ensure that the project team complies with the contract agreement as well as exercises rigid cost/schedule control to implement the approved design.
  • Lead integration of risk/change management processes.
  • Develop action plans with timelines in order to implement strategy; involve others in the process, incorporating best ideas into the plan and gaining buy-in through effective communication.
  • Plan, direct and supervise the activities of assigned personnel and provide and enforce proper delegation of management authority, responsibility and accountability.
  • Ensure that project controls measures are implemented. Conduct periodic project reviews to oversee and facilitate successful project delivery performance.
What you bring
pe license
civil engineering
design‑build
project management
team management
negotiation
  • 5 years of experience negotiating upstream and downstream engineering services agreements for alternative delivery projects.
  • Successful completion of management role in delivery of one or more projects in excess of $500 million in construction value with a minimum of three or more in excess of $250 million.
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Ability to travel regionally to support local clients and projects as business necessitates.
  • 5 or more years of managing an engineering and design team.
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • 10 yrs of specific experience in delivery of design-build and/or P3 projects as a Design Manager, Segment Lead or Discipline Lead with experience in both pre- and post-award phases.
  • U.S. Professional Engineer license is required with ability to obtain in other states as needed.
  • 15 yrs of directly related experience with at least five of these years in a Design Manager position with project management responsibility on large complex multidisciplinary projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree or greater in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation.
Benefits
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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.
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