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Senior Civil Engineer - Kiewit Power EngineeringKiewit • Detroit, MI, US
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Senior Civil Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Senior Civil Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit • Detroit, MI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Position Overview

Kiewit's Power Engineering Group is actively seeking talented Civil Engineers to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will support or lead site development projects across a diverse range of industries, contributing to innovative and impactful infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to collaboration, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and leadership to guide engineering and design teams in delivering excellence in administration, technical execution, quality assurance, and safety compliance.

District Overview

Kiewit's Power Engineering Group brings various project types to life across North America, including gas-fired generation, power delivery, environmental retrofits, renewables and new technology, and water/wastewater. Our staff leads the power markets engineering process and collaborates with Kiewit's construction teams to focus on safe, cost-effective and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

Location

This position can be based in any of the following office locations: Lenexa, KS; Houston, TX; Lone Tree, CO; New York City, NY; Phoenix/Tempe, AZ; Raleigh, NC; or Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

For roles in Chattanooga, TN; Detroit, MI; or Richmond, VA, the position will start remotely and transition to a hybrid/in office arrangement once a new office is established.

Responsibilities

  • Lead site civil design tasks and teams, acting as responsible engineer in charge as needed.
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate junior staff.
  • Oversee creation of surface models utilizing Civil3D and/or other similar design software.
  • Lead interdisciplinary design coordination to ensure that project elements are accounted for.
  • Create preliminary design concepts and alternatives to support cost estimating.
  • Lead project technical meetings and provide coordination to resolve design issues.
  • Execute final design of project elements such as grading and earthwork design, hydrology and hydraulics, roadway design, and overall site design.
  • Lead the Designers in the use of data-driven design to make intelligent decisions on design solutions and process.
  • Develop permit and third-party strategies for projects from the early stages of development through completion of approvals and agreements. This may include: Environmental permits Drainage permitting both permanent and temporary modifications General Municipality requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering minimum required.
  • 7+ years of civil engineering design experience.
  • Strong technical background in general site civil design, drainage systems, grading, and roads/paving.
  • Knowledgeable in multiple engineering design software. AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is a must.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer with NCEES record required.
  • Familiarity with design-build/EPC is preferred.
  • Industrial, municipal water, and solar experience is a plus.
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

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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: $138,000/yr - $145,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from: 01/05/2026 - 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. 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.
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