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Kiewit is one of North America's largest construction and engineering firms, with a strong presence in the energy sector. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring both temporary work visas and permanent residency, making it a viable target for international engineers and project professionals.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180973
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Underground District
Department: Field Operations
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too. We depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or steppingstone. You will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide variety of underground projects that range in size, difficulty, and duration. You will also be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in your career, which involves quantity takeoffs, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close-out.
District Overview
The Underground District has been constructing underground facilities for over 70 years and is recognized as a leader in the tunneling industry. We have completed more than 100 underground-related projects totaling more than several billion dollars. Our work includes projects related to transportation, water/wastewater, environmental facilities, power, mining, and telecommunications. We incorporate state-of-the-art technology with proven construction methods to ensure excellence and ongoing success. Kiewit’s decentralized organizational structure allows us to compete both locally and nationally. Please keep in mind that we are an Underground Construction business, so chances are that a majority of your day will be spent working Underground. Services include TBM Rock, TBM Soft Ground, Sequential Excavation, Drill and Blast, Shaft Excavation, Concrete, Tunnel Rehab, and Numerous Trenchless Methods.
Location
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. We want to hire you to build your career, - not just for a single project! Right now, our expectation would be for you to be based in Omaha, NE, Baltimore, MD or South-East, TX. Relocation available for qualified candidates, not only to this project, but future projects upon completion.
Responsibilities
- Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
- Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
- Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data
- Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
- Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
- Assist in providing solutions related to underground tunneling and construction operations
- Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
- Order and schedule material deliveries
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
- Supervise field operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil engineering, mining, mechanical, geotechnical, construction management
- 2+ years work experience in Construction/Engineering, preferably within the underground, HDD, tunneling, earthwork, or related civil fields
- Experience with leadership and management of people, communication (written and verbal), planning, and organization
- Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale, not regional
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Strong time management ability and attention to detail
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
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
$90,000 - $110,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Requisition ID: 180973
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Underground District
Department: Field Operations
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too. We depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-minded construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities with the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up (or under). There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else. In addition, we look to hire you to join the entire Kiewit family for a career. This is not just a job, single project, or steppingstone. You will be required to perform engineering work in connection with a wide variety of underground projects that range in size, difficulty, and duration. You will also be involved in the district estimating unit at various points in your career, which involves quantity takeoffs, time studies, cost estimating, participating in estimate reviews and bid close-out.
District Overview
The Underground District has been constructing underground facilities for over 70 years and is recognized as a leader in the tunneling industry. We have completed more than 100 underground-related projects totaling more than several billion dollars. Our work includes projects related to transportation, water/wastewater, environmental facilities, power, mining, and telecommunications. We incorporate state-of-the-art technology with proven construction methods to ensure excellence and ongoing success. Kiewit’s decentralized organizational structure allows us to compete both locally and nationally. Please keep in mind that we are an Underground Construction business, so chances are that a majority of your day will be spent working Underground. Services include TBM Rock, TBM Soft Ground, Sequential Excavation, Drill and Blast, Shaft Excavation, Concrete, Tunnel Rehab, and Numerous Trenchless Methods.
Location
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. We want to hire you to build your career, - not just for a single project! Right now, our expectation would be for you to be based in Omaha, NE, Baltimore, MD or South-East, TX. Relocation available for qualified candidates, not only to this project, but future projects upon completion.
Responsibilities
- Assist in interpretation of drawings and specifications for field crews and craft supervision
- Perform quantity calculations by taking measurements and determining percentage of completed/installed materials and work
- Assist in the preparation of work plans and work packages
- Assist in field surveying and work layout support including elevation, control points, and compilation of as-built data
- Assist in compiling, processing, and confirming daily labor timesheets
- Assist in the preparation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s)
- Assist in providing solutions related to underground tunneling and construction operations
- Participate in jobsite safety reviews, toolbox meetings, mass safety meetings, and safety training
- Order and schedule material deliveries
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate work groups on the jobsite
- Supervise field operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field of engineering, examples are civil engineering, mining, mechanical, geotechnical, construction management
- 2+ years work experience in Construction/Engineering, preferably within the underground, HDD, tunneling, earthwork, or related civil fields
- Experience with leadership and management of people, communication (written and verbal), planning, and organization
- Willingness to travel and relocate to small and large cities as business requires as we operate on a national scale, not regional
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment
- Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time including working rotating schedules, shift work, or weekend work as required by projects
- Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Strong time management ability and attention to detail
- Must have a valid Driver’s License
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
$90,000 - $110,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Target engineering and project-focused roles
Kiewit's sponsorship activity is concentrated in technical disciplines tied to energy infrastructure. Focus your search on engineering, construction management, and project controls roles, these are where international candidates have the strongest case for sponsorship approval.
Understand Kiewit's dual-track sponsorship approach
Kiewit sponsors both temporary visas like H-1B and TN as well as permanent residency through Green Card pathways. If long-term U.S. residency is your goal, ask recruiters early about their typical Green Card timeline for your role level.
Leverage your F-1 OPT or CPT status strategically
Kiewit actively hires F-1 students through OPT and CPT programs. If you're on OPT, securing a role before your authorization expires gives Kiewit time to evaluate you before committing to H-1B sponsorship, a common path into the company.
Canadian and Mexican professionals should highlight TN eligibility
Kiewit sponsors TN visas, which are faster and simpler than H-1B. If you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship and work in an eligible engineering discipline, leading with TN eligibility removes a major sponsorship hurdle for the hiring team.
Research open roles with verified sponsorship history before applying
Not every job posting at Kiewit will explicitly mention visa sponsorship. Browse Migrate Mate to filter for Kiewit roles with confirmed sponsorship history, so you're targeting positions where international candidates have a real path forward.
Align your application with Kiewit's energy sector project pipeline
Kiewit's hiring often tracks major energy infrastructure projects. Research their active projects in power, oil and gas, and renewables, then tailor your resume to reflect experience in those sub-sectors, it signals direct value to the teams most likely to sponsor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas and has a consistent record of doing so. Sponsorship is most common for engineering and technical roles in the energy and construction sectors. If you're applying from outside the U.S. or transitioning from OPT, it's worth confirming sponsorship availability with the recruiter early in the process.
Which visa types does Kiewit sponsor?
Kiewit sponsors a range of visa types including H-1B, TN visa, J-1 visa, and F-1 OPT and CPT for temporary work authorization. On the permanent residency side, Kiewit also pursues EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for qualifying employees. The mix reflects a company that supports international talent at multiple career stages.
Which departments or roles at Kiewit are most likely to receive visa sponsorship?
Visa sponsorship at Kiewit is concentrated in technical and engineering functions, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering roles tied to energy and infrastructure projects are the most common. Project controls, estimating, and construction management positions have also historically attracted sponsored candidates. Corporate and administrative roles are less likely to involve sponsorship.
How do I find visa-sponsored job openings at Kiewit?
Kiewit posts openings across multiple channels, but not all listings specify sponsorship availability. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors and lets you filter by company and visa type, so you can identify Kiewit roles where international candidates have a confirmed path. This saves time compared to screening generic job listings manually.
How do I approach the application timeline when targeting Kiewit for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship requires USCIS filing by April 1 for an October 1 start date, so timing matters. Aim to have an offer in hand by February or March at the latest. If you're on OPT, starting the interview process six to nine months before your authorization expires gives Kiewit enough runway to commit to sponsorship without pressure.