Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Infrastructure - Rocky Mountain Region

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Infrastructure - Rocky Mountain Region

We are adding Project Engineers to our Central Division of Kiewit to support our expanding infrastructure portfolio. As a Project Engineer, you will manage the administrative and technical aspects of construction projects and lead a team of field and cost engineers.

Lone Tree, CO and other Rocky Mountain locations as required.

• Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Examine and inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost‑saving measures; take corrective actions.
• Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies, and take corrective actions as required.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software.
• Manage document control; receive, log, and update new issue drawings and contract documents.
• Review new issue drawings and contract documents for changes of conditions; quantify impacts and review with supervisor.
• Prepare monthly cost projections and quarterly cash‑flow projections.
• Recommend improvements to project operations, including methods, staffing, and procedures.
• Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects, providing supervision and training.
• Read and understand plans and specifications; visualize two‑dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• Manage and support the project team, including direct reports.
• Support the company’s environmental health and safety programs at the project level.

• BS degree in construction management, construction engineering, or related discipline plus a minimum of 5+ years of field and project engineering experience in self‑performed construction, with a focus on heavy civil works/infrastructure. If no degree, a minimum of 9+ years of experience is required.
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience managing engineers with exposure to cost control and scheduling management.
• Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Highly motivated, with a passion for excellence and initiative.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Commitment to ethics, integrity, and safety.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player who can work independently to meet deadlines.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Productive work and meeting deadlines timely.
• Effective and professional communication with supervisors, employees, and team members.
• Safe work practices and compliance with oral and written instructions.
• Work during normal operating hours and availability for overtime and weekends as required.
• Flexibility to work at various locations and conditions.

$110,000 - $142,000 (subject to variation based on education, experience, skill set, and location).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents; voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs; life insurance; disability coverage; a retirement plan with employer matching; and generous paid time off.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status, and we actively support veteran and military hiring. We believe a diverse workforce is vital to our success and continue to attract, develop, and retain employees from all backgrounds.