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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180118
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking a proven Engineering Project 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. In this position, you will lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering water treatment, reuse, and remediation solutions that have a direct, lasting impact on communities and industries. You’ll oversee projects from early engineering through construction and commissioning, ensuring design solutions transition seamlessly into field execution. Our Engineering Project Managers report directly to senior industrial leadership and are trusted partners in delivering projects that define Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. At Kiewit, engineering drives our projects—but construction leads them. Your understanding of how designs are built, sequenced, and executed in the field will be critical to your success. If you’re motivated by ownership, accountability, and the opportunity to lead high-profile water programs with scale and complexity, we want to talk with you.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. (KEG) is a full-service engineering firm supporting Kiewit’s construction-led delivery model across the Water, Infrastructure, Industrial, Power, Nuclear, and Oil, Gas & Chemical markets. With more than 3,500 engineers and design professionals, KEG delivers integrated engineering solutions backed by 140+ years of construction expertise. The Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) district is a multi-disciplinary team of process, mechanical, piping, electrical, I&C, structural, civil, and architectural professionals focused on collaborative delivery models for complex water projects. KIWE delivers water projects throughout North America, including:
- Municipal & Industrial Water Treatment
- Water Reuse & Advanced Treatment
- Desalination
- Groundwater Remediation
- Stormwater Recycling
- Wastewater & Biosolids Treatment
Our teams partner closely with construction to deliver constructible, cost-effective, and operationally sound solutions for our clients.
Location
KIWE has area offices in Lenexa, Kansas (Kansas City area), Lone Tree, CO (Denver area) and Westlake, TX (DFW area). Remote candidates may be considered, with up to 50% travel to an area office and project sites as required.
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.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering, preferably within the water market.
- 5+ years of experience leading engineering project teams, 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.
Working Conditions
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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.
- FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Base Compensation:
$135,000/yr - $185,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 03/19/2026 - 04/30/2026
We offer our full-time 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.
Requisition ID: 180118
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit is seeking a proven Engineering Project 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. In this position, you will lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering water treatment, reuse, and remediation solutions that have a direct, lasting impact on communities and industries. You’ll oversee projects from early engineering through construction and commissioning, ensuring design solutions transition seamlessly into field execution. Our Engineering Project Managers report directly to senior industrial leadership and are trusted partners in delivering projects that define Kiewit’s legacy of excellence. At Kiewit, engineering drives our projects—but construction leads them. Your understanding of how designs are built, sequenced, and executed in the field will be critical to your success. If you’re motivated by ownership, accountability, and the opportunity to lead high-profile water programs with scale and complexity, we want to talk with you.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. (KEG) is a full-service engineering firm supporting Kiewit’s construction-led delivery model across the Water, Infrastructure, Industrial, Power, Nuclear, and Oil, Gas & Chemical markets. With more than 3,500 engineers and design professionals, KEG delivers integrated engineering solutions backed by 140+ years of construction expertise. The Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) district is a multi-disciplinary team of process, mechanical, piping, electrical, I&C, structural, civil, and architectural professionals focused on collaborative delivery models for complex water projects. KIWE delivers water projects throughout North America, including:
- Municipal & Industrial Water Treatment
- Water Reuse & Advanced Treatment
- Desalination
- Groundwater Remediation
- Stormwater Recycling
- Wastewater & Biosolids Treatment
Our teams partner closely with construction to deliver constructible, cost-effective, and operationally sound solutions for our clients.
Location
KIWE has area offices in Lenexa, Kansas (Kansas City area), Lone Tree, CO (Denver area) and Westlake, TX (DFW area). Remote candidates may be considered, with up to 50% travel to an area office and project sites as required.
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.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering, preferably within the water market.
- 5+ years of experience leading engineering project teams, 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.
Working Conditions
Insert here
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.
- FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
Base Compensation:
$135,000/yr - $185,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 03/19/2026 - 04/30/2026
We offer our full-time 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.
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Align your credentials to Kiewit's project portfolio
Kiewit builds and manages heavy civil and energy infrastructure, so frame your resume around field-based project delivery in power generation, transmission, pipelines, or industrial construction. A degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering strengthens your specialty occupation case for H-1B filing.
Target roles in active construction regions
Kiewit staffs Engineering Project Managers closest to active project sites. Search by region rather than headquarters, since sponsorship decisions are often made at the district level where the hiring need is most urgent.
Ask about sponsorship timeline before accepting an offer
H-1B cap-subject filings open in March for an October start date. If you're on OPT, confirm whether the role start date and your OPT expiration align, and whether Kiewit will file for a cap-gap extension through USCIS before your status lapses.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Kiewit's open roles by visa type
Not every Engineering Project Manager posting at Kiewit is open to sponsored candidates. Migrate Mate filters Kiewit's live job listings by the visa types they're actively sponsoring, so you apply only to roles where your immigration status is already a fit.
Prepare a prevailing wage documentation file early
For H-1B and PERM filings, DOL requires the employer to certify the offered salary meets the prevailing wage for your role and location. Gather salary benchmarks from the DOL OFLC wage library for the specific Kiewit district you're targeting before your offer conversation.
Confirm TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Engineering roles at Kiewit can qualify under the TN visa category for Canadian and Mexican citizens, with no lottery and no annual cap. You'll need a detailed offer letter specifying your engineering duties and a relevant engineering degree to present at the port of entry.
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Find Engineering Project Manager at Kiewit JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Project Managers?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Project Manager roles. The position generally qualifies as a specialty occupation given the degree requirements in engineering fields. Sponsorship is coordinated at the district level, so availability depends on where the specific role is located and the hiring timeline relative to the H-1B cap filing window each spring.
Which visa types are commonly used for Engineering Project Manager roles at Kiewit?
H-1B is the most common pathway for Engineering Project Managers at Kiewit. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates can be considered for qualifying roles. Canadian and Mexican citizens may use the TN visa given the engineering classification. For long-term hires, Kiewit has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions through the PERM labor certification process with DOL.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for Engineering Project Manager candidates seeking sponsorship?
Kiewit typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in civil, mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering discipline. Hands-on experience managing construction or energy infrastructure projects in the field carries significant weight. Familiarity with heavy industrial environments, safety programs, and subcontractor coordination aligns closely with what Kiewit's energy and power divisions are hiring for.
How do I apply for Engineering Project Manager jobs at Kiewit?
You can browse and apply for Engineering Project Manager openings at Kiewit through Migrate Mate, which surfaces only the roles where visa sponsorship is actively available. Apply directly with a resume that highlights field project delivery in energy or heavy civil construction. Reaching out to Kiewit district recruiters after submitting your application can help surface your candidacy faster.
How do I plan my application timeline around Kiewit's sponsorship process?
If you need H-1B sponsorship, work backward from the April 1 USCIS registration window. Kiewit would need to register your petition in March, which means an offer and internal approval process should ideally be complete by February. If you're on OPT with a STEM extension, you have more runway, but coordinate your end date with the expected I-129 approval timeline to avoid a work authorization gap.
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