Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to work on engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation’s business. The KIE geotechnical group supports all market types and contract models including design build, progressive design build, CMGC, CMAR, EPC, ECI and traditional bid build. The geotechnical construction engineering focused group supports the design/analysis of temporary structures including cofferdams, gravity retaining walls such as MSE walls and soil nail walls, support of excavation, working surface/platform design, slope stability, WEAP analysis, deep and shallow foundation design. Our geotechnical engineers support projects in all phases including estimate and during construction.  A strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team environment are considered essential for this position.
 

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will work on interdisciplinary teams that include structural, civil, drainage, and materials engineers, as well as estimators, schedulers and other construction professionals, to perform geotechnical engineering analyses and design.  You will be involved in performing geotechnical engineering analyses for a wide variety project types across the United States, producing construction documents and design memorandums.

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, 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 Englewood, CO and includes travel to project offices and work sites, and period field assignments. 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. Our teams travel and relocate based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

In this role, you 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 and during construction. Collaborate with various team members to identify and evaluate innovative and cost-effective design solutions to geotechnical problems and challenges.
• Collaborate with the engineering and construction team to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks.
• Producing detailed calculation packages, drawings, and design memorandums.
• Training and developing staff engineers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, or equivalent experience, in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field, required.
• 5+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience; construction exp preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S. is required.
• Demonstrated broad technical knowledge of geotechnical engineering, including: design of deep foundations, shallow foundations, evaluating slope stability, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, settlement of compressible soils, ground improvement techniques,
• Experience in any of the following aspects of geotechnical engineering is desired but not required: with cofferdams, support of excavation, geo-structural design, earth retention, slope stability, rock mechanics, soft soils, ground improvement, deep foundations, shallow foundations, dewatering, mining, and/or dam design is an asset.
• 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