Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

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Kiewit is seeking a Project Engineer to support high‑voltage transmission line construction and engineering projects across the United States. This role blends field execution with technical engineering oversight
, making it ideal for someone who thrives in both environments. The Project Engineer will work closely with construction teams, designers, subcontractors, and utility clients to ensure safe, high‑quality, and cost‑effective delivery of transmission projects.

This position may be based in the field or in one of Kiewit’s regional offices, with travel expected depending on project needs.
Relocation assistance is available.

Project Engineering — Provide technical support for high‑voltage transmission line construction, including structure foundations, line routing, material specifications, and constructability reviews.

Field Coordination — Work directly with superintendents and craft teams to resolve design issues, interpret drawings, and ensure construction aligns with engineering requirements.

Design Interface — Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams on transmission line design packages, including PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, SAG‑TENSION, and civil/structural deliverables.

Quality Assurance — Support QA/QC processes, review submittals, verify material compliance, and ensure adherence to Kiewit and client standards.

Scheduling & Planning — Assist in developing project schedules, work plans, and sequencing for transmission line construction activities.

Cost Control — Track quantities, monitor budgets, support forecasting, and contribute to cost‑saving initiatives.

Safety Leadership — Promote Kiewit’s safety culture, participate in field audits, and help implement safe work procedures.

Stakeholder Communication — Interface with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering
, Construction Management, or related field.

2–6+ years of experience supporting high‑voltage transmission
, substation
, or power delivery projects (construction or engineering).

Understanding of transmission line components, foundations, structure types, and construction methods.

Experience with tools such as PLS‑CADD
, PLS‑POLE
, SAG
10
, AutoCAD, or similar platforms is a plus.

Strong communication, problem‑solving, and field‑coordination skills.

Willingness to work in the field and travel as required.

Ability to relocate for project assignments (relocation assistance provided).

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.