Design Engineering Manager, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineer

Kiewit; Oakville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Oakville, ON, seeks a mid-level Design Engineering Manager with extensive experience in design-build management. The role involves leading a team of engineers and managing project compliance, quality, and schedules. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, P. Eng certification, and a passion for safety. Attractive benefits and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k plan (RRSP)

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in transportation and/or energy infrastructure.
• Familiarity with design-build and alternative delivery is a plus.
• Ability to travel between 25%-50% across North America.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate best practices from project execution.
• Lead team and manage deliverables, quality, and compliance.
• Interface with construction project leadership.

Skills

Design-build management experience

Strong work ethic

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering degree

P. Eng

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID:176799

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department:Design Engineering

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a mid-level Design Engineering Manager in the transportation / energy area. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines. KIE is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on design-build and other collaborative delivery of infrastructure projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position is based out of our Oakville, ON office with potential assignment in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Responsibilities

• Consolidate best practices from project execution.
• Leading pursuit of design-build and alternate delivery projects.
• Lead team of Kiewit design engineers and subconsultants.
• Identify design-build opportunities and develop win strategy for capture.
• Interface and maintain relationships with external design partners.
• Manage schedule and budget.
• Manage deliverables, quality and compliance.
• Interface with other Kiewit operating districts.
• Interface with construction project leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with focus on design-build management in the transportation and/or energy infrastructure area.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering degree.
• P. Eng is required.
• Familiarity with design-build/alternative delivery is a plus.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel between 25%-50% across North America. #LI-MD1

Other Requirements

• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.