Geotechnical Discipline Lead, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Geotechnical Discipline Lead to join their Infrastructure Engineers team in Westlake, TX. This role focuses on overseeing geotechnical engineering efforts for power and industrial projects, emphasizing innovation, team collaboration, and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering and significant experience in the field, along with a track record of successful project delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience in the U.S. power and industrial markets.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S.
• Broad technical knowledge in geotechnical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide project support during proposal/bid phases.
• Develop design recommendations for EPC/design-build projects.
• Train and develop staff engineers.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID:176788

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department:Design Engineering

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Join our Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers (KIE) District as we have an immediate opening for a dynamic Geotechnical Discipline Lead to support the growth of our Southwest area. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in expanding our Geotechnical Design Group, specifically within the power and industrial sectors. As a Geotechnical Discipline Lead, you will spearhead geotechnical engineering efforts, supporting EPC contracts with top-tier Oil and Gas, Power, and Industrial clients. If you're passionate about driving innovation and growth in geotechnical design, we want to hear from you! As, such, a strong technical background and excellent communication skills as well as an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position. You will be part of our rapidly growing engineering group, which includes geotechnical, structural, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build 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 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 Westlake, TX office and includes travel to project offices as needed. One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We prioritize work-life balance by offering a flexible work schedule.

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Engineering Lead will utilize geotechnical engineering knowledge to complete technical engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation business, including:

• Providing project support during the proposal/bid phase working with various team members to identify and evaluate innovative and cost-effective design solutions to geotechnical problems and challenges.
• Working with the pursuit team during the proposal/bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks.
• Working on EPC/design-build projects to develop design recommendations, produce design deliverables, and potentially serve as geotechnical lead or project manager.
• Training and developing staff engineers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field, required.
• 7+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience in the U.S. power and industrial markets
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S., required.
• Demonstrated broad technical knowledge of geotechnical engineering, including: design of deep foundations, shallow foundations, evaluating slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, settlement of compressible soils, ground improvement techniques, support of excavation, and dewatering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated focus on interdisciplinary design coordination, coordination between Engineering and Construction, experience working in a team setting, and directing/reviewing the work of others.
• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people.
• Proven success in initiating, promoting, and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships amongst a team.
• Ability to travel to project sites and the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions.
• EPC or Design-Build experience, 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.

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.