Entry Civil Designer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is seeking a Civil Designer to join the Digital Delivery and Rail & Transit Systems Production team. Based in Lone Tree, CO, you will support a multidisciplinary design group delivering roadways, drainage, utilities, and rail projects nationwide.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years CAD/drafting experience, proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation, and familiarity with Civil3D/OpenRail tools, along with strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD, 3D modeling, drafting or related field.
• 2+ years CAD/drafting experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (2D & 3D).
• Experience with Civil 3D, Bentley InRoads/OpenRail/OpenRoads Designer.
• Familiarity with Revit, Rhino, Navisworks is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read civil drawings.
• Effective communication and teamwork; willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering assignments for heavy civil construction projects.
• Prepare design plans, reports, and supporting docs.
• Develop preliminary and final design plans with engineering teams.
• Assist with design reviews and concept evaluation.
• Use MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Open Rail/Open Roads Designer, Civil3D.
• Assist with training materials for the team.

Skills

CAD experience

3D modeling

Drafting

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

AI tools experience

Education

Associate degree in CAD/drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Bentley InRoads

OpenRail/OpenRoads Designer

Revit

Rhino 3D

Navisworks

Job description

Requisition ID

182948

Job Level

Entry Level

Home District/Group

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department

Design Engineering

Market

Transportation

Employment Type

Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) is seeking an experienced Civil Designer to join our Digital Delivery and Rail & Transit Systems Production team. In this role, you will support our rapidly expanding Infrastructure Design Department, which delivers innovative solutions across roadways, drainage, utility, structural, geotechnical, and rail disciplines. As part of a multifaceted, leading edge engineering division, you will contribute to best in class design efforts that support design build infrastructure projects nationwide.

District Overview

2025 ENR National Contractor Rankings #1 for Transportation and #3 Top 100 design build firms

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 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 will be based out of Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers Lone Tree, CO (South Denver) office.

Responsibilities

The candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary design team responsible for delivering engineering assignments that support heavy civil construction across Kiewit Construction Companies’ transit and rail business. This includes passenger, freight, and industrial rail, as well as site civil, roadway, drainage, and utility design. Responsibilities include preparing design plans, technical reports, and other supporting documentation for a wide range of infrastructure projects. Key responsibilities include the following:

• In office work primarily.
• Work with engineering teams in developing preliminary and final design plans and details.
• Participate in design reviews to evaluate design concepts and make recommendations.
• Use MicroStation, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Open Rail/Open Roads Designer, Civil3D, and other civil engineering design software.
• Produce documents with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Follow various Transit Agency, Railroad, and DOT Standards and work with companies’ CAD Standards when applicable.
• Development of engineering plans, profiles, specifications and estimates for transportation projects.
• May assist in co-leading 1-2 designers on various tasks and projects.
• Participate and assist with the development of team software training materials.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in computer-aided design, 3D modeling, drafting, survey or similar program experience.
• 2+ years of experience in computer-aided design, modeling or drafting field or experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (2D & 3D).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Civil 3D, Bentley Inroads, Bentley Open Rail/Open Roads Designer.
• Experience with other 3D modeling tools, such as Revit, Rhinoceros 3D, and Navisworks, is an advantage.
• General knowledge of engineering principles and materials for civil engineering work.
• Ability to comprehend civil engineering drawings.
• Capable of recognizing discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
• Critical thinking skills are necessary with the ability to plan and conceptualize.
• The ability to clearly communicate and collaborate with team members.
• Experience working with AI agents and tools preferred.

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.

Base Compensation

62,000/yr - $76,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 10/30/2026 - 01/01/2027

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.