Design Engineering Manager, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers at Kiewit in McLean, VA | Kablio

Role

Description

risk management

contract management

design monitoring

subconsultant oversight

performance tracking

budget planning

Identify and communicate project risks / opportunities and prepare and execute mitigation plans.
Review and manage upstream and downstream engineering contracts.
Serve as the overall leader to the design team and providing oversight to support groups.
Monitor design progress, ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Manage and lead large, diverse, multidisciplinary project teams during the pursuit and final design of projects.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Prepare subconsultants scope, pricing and other necessary design execution stipulations. Monitor performance of subconsultants work.
Represent Kiewit’s design team and develop effective relationships with the construction and client teams.
Monitor, control and communicate schedule, quality, financial, and commercial performance.
Develop staffing plans and challenging but achievable design budgets and schedules, set expectations, and execute according to plan.

Requirements

pe license

engineering degree

15+ years

project management

technical background

communication

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Architect Registration is required
A bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, construction management or architecture
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A minimum of 15 years of experience with at least six (6) of these years in the project manager / design manager position, with emphasis on multi-disciplinary design-build and/or progressive design-build heavy civil, bridge, transportation, rail / transit projects with construction values of at least $200 million.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Strong technical background in at least one of the disciplines common to infrastructure projects
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills
Regular, reliable attendance

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

Role

Description

risk management

contract management

design monitoring

subconsultant oversight

performance tracking

budget planning

Identify and communicate project risks / opportunities and prepare and execute mitigation plans.
Review and manage upstream and downstream engineering contracts.
Serve as the overall leader to the design team and providing oversight to support groups.
Monitor design progress, ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Manage and lead large, diverse, multidisciplinary project teams during the pursuit and final design of projects.
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Prepare subconsultants scope, pricing and other necessary design execution stipulations. Monitor performance of subconsultants work.
Represent Kiewit’s design team and develop effective relationships with the construction and client teams.
Monitor, control and communicate schedule, quality, financial, and commercial performance.
Develop staffing plans and challenging but achievable design budgets and schedules, set expectations, and execute according to plan.

Requirements

pe license

engineering degree

15+ years

project management

technical background

communication

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Architect Registration is required
A bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, construction management or architecture
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A minimum of 15 years of experience with at least six (6) of these years in the project manager / design manager position, with emphasis on multi-disciplinary design-build and/or progressive design-build heavy civil, bridge, transportation, rail / transit projects with construction values of at least $200 million.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Strong technical background in at least one of the disciplines common to infrastructure projects
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills
Regular, reliable attendance

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