Senior Structural Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; United States; On-site; USD 188,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Kiewit has an immediate opening for a Senior Structural Engineer to lead the design and construction of dams, levees, and hydraulic structures across North America. You will guide technical direction, mentor engineers, and deliver safe, constructible, and cost-effective solutions.

The role requires strong collaboration, independent design work, and the ability to manage complex interfaces. Based in Colorado with travel to project offices as needed, this is a high-impact senior leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required; a master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible structural engineering experience, preferably including hydropower, dams, hydraulic structures, heavy civil construction, and design‑build delivery.
• Professional Engineer or equivalent registration in the applicable jurisdiction required or obtainable; U.S. indicates NCEES record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead preliminary engineering designs for dams, levees, and hydraulic structures; serve as lead structural engineer and engineer of record.
• Ensure designs comply with design standards and design quality management program.
• Provide SME services within interdisciplinary pursuit teams for innovative, cost‑effective bid phase designs.
• Coordinate with Design and Project Management teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Mentor engineers and oversee work while promoting safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

SAFE

Mathcad

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Requisition ID: 182112
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Water/Wastewater
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit has an immediate opening for a Senior Structural Engineer with experience in the design and construction of dams, levees, and other hydraulic structures to support Kiewit Corporation’s Dams and Water Resources business across North America. The successful candidate will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on collaboration while providing technical, quality, and safety leadership on projects and pursuits.

The Senior Structural Engineer will lead teams in developing advanced solutions to complex structural issues; independently develop and review major designs and proposals; resolve interfaces across disciplines; and serve as a technical resource to projects, estimating, and construction. The role requires sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to direct and mentor engineers while delivering safe, constructible, and cost-effective solutions.

District Overview

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

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers 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, Colorado 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

• Working on preliminary engineering designs and EPC/design‑build pursuits and projects; developing design recommendations and producing design deliverables; serving as lead structural engineer and engineer of record with responsibility for design recommendations and deliverables.
• Ensuring designs are completed with consistent application of design standards, technical approaches, and in accordance with the design quality management program.
• Providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) services as part of interdisciplinary pursuit teams working to develop innovative and cost‑effective bid phase designs, identify key design risks, and develop plans to mitigate those risks.
• Coordinating with the Design and Project Management Team to ensure on‑time and on‑budget project delivery.
• Leading the exploration of alternate designs or new technologies to challenge the status quo and provoke exploration of new or innovative design solutions. Collaborating with staff and the Engineering Project Management Team to develop work scopes and labor estimates.
• Interfacing with Clients, Construction Personnel, Subconsultants, and Regulatory Agencies.
• Fostering an environment that emphasizes collaboration and coordination; providing feedback and encouraging learning to create growth opportunities; mentoring team members.
• Leading by example with respect to safety, quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Supervise and oversee the work of others as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required. A master’s degree or PhD in Civil or Structural Engineering is preferred.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible structural engineering experience, preferably including hydropower, dams, hydraulic structures, heavy civil construction, and design‑build project delivery.
• Hydraulic structures-focused experience including stability analyses; structural design of new hydraulic structures (concrete dams, hydropower stations, spillways, sluiceways, weirs, locks, levees, and related facilities); design of stability improvements to existing structures; condition assessment; structural design of repairs and refurbishments; and dam safety assessments.
• Experience working directly with contractors and construction teams through Early Contractor Involvement, Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, or similar delivery models is preferred.
• Professional Engineer or equivalent registration in the applicable jurisdiction required or obtainable. An NCEES record is preferred for U.S.-based positions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem‑solving, conflict‑resolution, and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated autonomy, initiative, sound judgment, and ability to prioritize work while continuously improving quality, cost, safety, and efficiency and actively seeking feedback to improve processes.
• Knowledge of structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, SAFE, Mathcad, or equivalent tools.
• Experience working in a team setting and directing, reviewing, or mentoring the work of engineers and designers.
• Ability to travel to project sites and offices, generally less than 25 percent, and safely access construction sites in varying climates and environmental conditions.

Working Conditions

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: $188,000/yr - $197,000/yr

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

This posting will be active from: 08/31/2026 - 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.