Site Civil Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seeks a Site Civil Engineer in Bellevue, WA to contribute to site civil design for transportation and infrastructure projects. You will develop grading, drainage, utilities, and site layouts, while collaborating with engineers and construction teams to deliver constructible solutions.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and advancing toward project leadership within a flexible hybrid work setup in Bellevue.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• EIT certification required or obtainable within six months.
• 2 to 6 years of site civil engineering experience.
• Experience with grading, drainage, utilities, and site development plans.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D/OpenRoads/MicroStation/AutoCAD or similar.

Responsibilities

• Prepare site civil designs for transportation, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop grading, drainage, utility, erosion control, and site layout plans.
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and analyses.
• Develop and maintain design models using Civil 3D, OpenRoads, MicroStation, AutoCAD.
• Support construction plans, specs, and engineering reports for client submissions.
• Coordinate with utilities and multidisciplinary design teams.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Bellevue, WA, US

Requisition ID:182078

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) is seeking a motivated Site Civil Engineer to join our growing Site Civil/Transportation Design Group in Bellevue, Washington. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex transportation, infrastructure, industrial, and site development projects across North America within Kiewit's integrated design-build environment.
The successful candidate will contribute to site civil engineering design efforts including grading, drainage, utilities, roadway support, and site development. Working alongside experienced engineers and discipline leaders, this individual will develop technical expertise, collaborate across disciplines, and help deliver innovative and constructible solutions that support major infrastructure projects.
This role is well-suited for engineers who enjoy solving challenging design problems, working closely with construction teams, and advancing toward increased project leadership responsibilities.

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.
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 to 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 office in Bellevue, WA location and includes travel opportunities to project offices and work sites. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule based on location and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

Technical Design

• Prepare site civil engineering designs for transportation, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
• Develop grading, drainage, utility, erosion control, and site layout plans.
• Perform engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, and technical analyses.
• Develop and maintain design models using Civil 3D, OpenRoads, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and related design software.
• Support development of construction plans, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Assist with utility coordination and multidisciplinary design integration.
• Participate in constructability reviews and support incorporation of contractor means and methods into design solutions.
• Apply applicable design standards, agency requirements, and company procedures throughout project development.
• Lead preliminary design concepts and alternatives to support estimating, pursuit strategy, and project planning.
• Promote and implement data‑driven design approaches and innovative technical solutions.

Project Delivery & Quality

• Support project teams in delivering quality work products on schedule and within budget.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination meetings and design reviews.
• Assist with preparation of project deliverables for client and internal submissions.
• Perform self-checking and participate in QA/QC and support a culture of quality.
• Support resolution of design comments and coordination issues.
• Estimate, plan, direct, progress reporting, and change management of site civil engineering tasks within multidisciplinary project teams.

Teamwork & Professional Development

• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and construction professionals across multiple disciplines.
• Mentor interns and entry-level engineers as opportunities arise.
• Participate in professional development, and industry organizations.
• Continue progressing toward increased technical responsibility and project leadership.
• Mentor and evaluate junior engineering staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required or ability to obtain within six months.
• 2 to 6 years of site civil engineering experience.
• Experience preparing grading, drainage, utility, and site development plans.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D, OpenRoads, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or similar design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Desire to pursue Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Prior experience in government and nuclear markets a plus.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet the requirements of federal government contracts and security regulations associated with this role
• Experience working with AI agents and tools preferred
• Experience with transportation-related site civil projects.
• Experience with stormwater management, drainage design, and utility coordination.
• Experience supporting design-build and alternative delivery projects.

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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:$95,000/yr -$105,000/yr

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

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.