Engineering Project Manager​/Water Design Manager

Engineering Project Manager/Water Design Manager

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US Denver, CO, US Houston, TX, US

Position Overview:

Kiewit is seeking a proven Water Design Manager to lead the technical delivery of complex Industrial and Municipal Water projects across North America. This role is ideal for an engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence, constructability, and client-focused execution—and who wants to play a visible role in shaping the future of critical water infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering water projects. Own the engineering scope, budget, and schedule, including effective and fair change management. Partner closely with construction, estimating, and scheduling teams to ensure designs support safe, efficient field execution. Establish and drive project goals, technical strategies, and performance expectations aligned with business and operational objectives. Develop discipline-specific strategies for talent development, technology adoption, quality, and risk management.

Mentor and develop engineers and designers with a "train your replacement" mindset, building long-term organizational capability. Collaborate with Engineering Department Managers to align staffing plans with evolving project and market needs. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical and operational risks that could impact project outcomes or company reputation. Define, track, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and continuous improvement.

Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and digital tools, identifying practical applications for project delivery. Develop and execute clear project communication plans, ensuring teams remain aligned, informed, and engaged.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field) from an accredited program. Masters preferred. PE license required. 7+ years of progressive experience in engineering, preferably within the water market. 5+ years of experience leading engineering project team, preferably within water, wastewater, or industrial markets. Strong technical background in complex water or industrial systems, with demonstrated experience managing engineering resources. Experience across related markets welcomed (Water/Wastewater, Industrial Power, OGC, Chemical Processing, Bioprocessing, Advanced Manufacturing).

Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including clients, construction teams, and executive leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide teams through complex design and execution challenges. Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; adaptable, collaborative, and systems-oriented. Solid understanding of project controls, scheduling, and cost management principles.

Base Compensation: $179,000/yr - $187,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)