Civil Designer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Civil Designer to join their innovative team in Lone Tree. This role involves working on diverse infrastructure projects, including roadway and drainage design, while utilizing advanced design software like AutoCAD and MicroStation. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring projects meet the highest standards of quality and safety. The company is committed to fostering professional growth and offers an exceptional benefits package, including top-tier health plans and a robust retirement plan. If you're ready to build a rewarding career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CAD design experience for roadway and drainage projects.
• Associates degree in computer-aided design or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Develop preliminary and final design plans for civil projects.
• Participate in design reviews and communicate effectively with teams.

Skills

CAD Design

Technical Communication

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Education

Associates Degree in Computer-Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

OpenRoads Designer

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID: 173343

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an opening for a dynamic experienced Civil Designer in our growing Digital Delivery and Civil Production group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes roadway, drainage, utilities, structural, geotechnical, rail, and is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects throughout the country.

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 to 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 Lone Tree, CO office.

Responsibilities

The candidate will be part of a design team responsible for completing engineering assignments in support of heavy civil construction for Kiewit Construction Companies’ business including roadway, drainage, utility design, preparation of design plans, and technical reports. Key responsibilities include the following:

1. In office work primarily
2. Work with engineering teams in developing preliminary and final design plans and details for roadway, drainage, and utility projects
3. Participate in design reviews to evaluate design concepts and make recommendations
4. Use MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, OpenRoads Designer, Civil3D, and other civil engineering design software
5. Prepares progress reports and provides task updates during team meetings
6. Verbal and written communication skills including the ability to write technical memos and papers, and present technical topics
7. Ability to multitask on various tasks given a set list of assignments and priorities
8. Produce documents with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
9. Follow various DOT Standards and work with companies’ CAD Standards when applicable
10. Assist Production CAD Manager in implementation of project standards and presentations
11. Participate and assist with the development of team software training materials

Qualifications

1. Associates degree in computer-aided design, 3D modeling, drafting, survey or similar program experience
2. 5+ years’ experience in CAD design and plan set production for roadway, drainage, and utility projects
3. Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (2D & 3D)
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
5. Experience with Civil 3D, Bentley InRoads, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, Revit is an advantage
6. General knowledge of engineering principles and materials for civil engineering work
7. Ability to comprehend civil engineering drawings
8. Capable of recognizing discrepancies with strong attention to detail
9. Critical thinking skills necessary with the ability to plan ahead and conceptualize
10. The ability to clearly communicate and collaborate with team members

Other Requirements

1. Regular, reliable attendance
2. Work productively and meet deadlines timely
3. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
4. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
5. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $70,000/yr - $88,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 03/18/2025 - 07/31/2025

We offer our full-time 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.