Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers has an immediate opening for a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer in Lone Tree, CO. You will join an interdisciplinary team of geotechnical, structural, roadway, estimators, schedulers, and construction experts to perform analysis, design, and estimates for design-build pursuits and ongoing projects.

The role is based in Lone Tree, CO, within a growing Infrastructure Design Department that values collaborative solutions, safety, and client-focused design delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide project support during bids to identify and evaluate innovative and cost-effective design solutions to geotechnical problems and challenges.
• Assist pursuit team to identify key design risks and develop mitigation plans during the bid phase.
• Develop design recommendations and deliverables on EPC/design-build projects; potentially serve as geotechnical lead or project manager.
• Train and develop staff engineers.

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Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Location: Denver, CO, US Lone Tree, CO, US

Requisition ID:181758

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers has an immediate opening for a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer in our growing Design Engineering Group based in Lone Tree, CO. The Geotechnical Engineer will work on an interdisciplinary team including: geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, roadway engineers, estimators, schedulers and construction experts to perform engineering analysis, design, and estimates in support of design-build pursuits and ongoing projects. Youwill be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail/transit and systems, and materials disciplines, 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.

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 identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clientsbenefitfrom 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,sharingtoexperiences, 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. Wedon'tjust 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

• 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.

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:$115,000/yr-$140,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:08/06/2026 -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.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.