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Project Engineer jobs at Kiewit span large-scale energy infrastructure projects, including power generation, oil and gas, and renewables. The company has an established process for sponsoring international engineers and works across multiple visa pathways, making it a realistic target if you're building a career in U.S. energy construction.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 177731
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Engineers to oversee and support multiple Industrial building projects from planning through execution. This role requires a strong understanding of subcontractor management, and field operations, as well as experience with review of contract plans and specifications, project scheduling, cost forecasting, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a few construction projects under their belt performing subcontractor oversight for building projects, proactive in identifying and resolving issues, ensuring compliance at the site, and driving operational excellence with the team. This is a great stepping stone into Project Management roles, and we provide mentoring with some of the best in the business to ensure your development stays on track. ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
Kiewit has Data Center construction projects in will be located in the El Paso/Santa Teresa, NM & Abilene, TX areas. 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 relocate our teams based on the work that is available or provide per diem, and provide great opportunities to work on different types of projects to develop your career.
Responsibilities
- Perform Contract Compliance, quality control & Field Oversight of subcontractors on the project
- Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
- Inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures.
- Take corrective actions as needed to resolve field issues.
- Review subordinates’ work for compliance with contract documents; address deficiencies and implement corrective measures.
- Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software.
- Collaborate with project management personnel to gather input and ensure schedule accuracy.
- Manage document control processes including logging and tracking new issue drawings and contract documents.
- Review new issue drawings for changes in conditions; quantify impacts and communicate with supervisor.
- Distribute updated documents to field teams and ensure proper implementation.
- Prepare monthly cost projections using data from project management systems.
- Develop quarterly cash flow projections to support financial planning.
- Recommend improvements to project operations including staffing, methods, and procedures.
- Serve as managing project engineer/coordinator across multiple projects.
- Provide supervision and on-the-job training for junior engineers and project staff.
Qualifications
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent required.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction is preferred.
- 2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors
- Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- 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
- 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 organization, time management, and attention to detail.
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 177731
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Engineers to oversee and support multiple Industrial building projects from planning through execution. This role requires a strong understanding of subcontractor management, and field operations, as well as experience with review of contract plans and specifications, project scheduling, cost forecasting, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a few construction projects under their belt performing subcontractor oversight for building projects, proactive in identifying and resolving issues, ensuring compliance at the site, and driving operational excellence with the team. This is a great stepping stone into Project Management roles, and we provide mentoring with some of the best in the business to ensure your development stays on track. ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
Kiewit has Data Center construction projects in will be located in the El Paso/Santa Teresa, NM & Abilene, TX areas. 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 relocate our teams based on the work that is available or provide per diem, and provide great opportunities to work on different types of projects to develop your career.
Responsibilities
- Perform Contract Compliance, quality control & Field Oversight of subcontractors on the project
- Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
- Inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures.
- Take corrective actions as needed to resolve field issues.
- Review subordinates’ work for compliance with contract documents; address deficiencies and implement corrective measures.
- Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software.
- Collaborate with project management personnel to gather input and ensure schedule accuracy.
- Manage document control processes including logging and tracking new issue drawings and contract documents.
- Review new issue drawings for changes in conditions; quantify impacts and communicate with supervisor.
- Distribute updated documents to field teams and ensure proper implementation.
- Prepare monthly cost projections using data from project management systems.
- Develop quarterly cash flow projections to support financial planning.
- Recommend improvements to project operations including staffing, methods, and procedures.
- Serve as managing project engineer/coordinator across multiple projects.
- Provide supervision and on-the-job training for junior engineers and project staff.
Qualifications
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed
- Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent required.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction is preferred.
- 2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors
- Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
- 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
- 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 organization, time management, and attention to detail.
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.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
Kiewit's Project Engineer roles typically require a civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering degree. Confirm your credential maps directly to the role's field before applying. A general engineering degree with unrelated coursework can complicate H-1B specialty occupation determinations.
Target Kiewit's energy division specifically
Kiewit organizes hiring by business unit. Focus your applications on their Power, Oil, Gas, and Chemical divisions, where Project Engineer demand is concentrated. Roles in these units are more likely to involve the long-term project cycles that justify sponsorship investment.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Project Engineer roles
Kiewit posts Project Engineer openings across multiple locations simultaneously. Search Migrate Mate to filter these roles by visa type and location so you're applying to positions where sponsorship is already confirmed, not requesting it cold.
Clarify OPT or CPT eligibility before your start date
Kiewit participates in E-Verify, which is required for F-1 OPT employment authorization. Confirm your OPT authorization dates and EAD card arrival timeline before accepting an offer, since construction project start dates are often fixed and delays create real scheduling problems.
Negotiate your start date around H-1B cap timing
If Kiewit files an H-1B petition for you, the October 1 cap-subject start date is fixed by USCIS. Build this into your offer conversation early. Kiewit's multi-year projects often allow for adjusted onboarding, but you need to raise it before the offer is finalized.
Understand how PERM affects long-term planning
Kiewit sponsors Green Cards for engineers through the PERM labor certification process. DOL requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. workers were available. Starting this process early in your tenure matters, especially if you're from a high-backlog country like India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Project Engineers?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Project Engineers. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation given the engineering degree requirement, which is a core H-1B eligibility criterion. Kiewit operates across energy and infrastructure sectors where multi-year project timelines make long-term sponsorship commitments practical. Your degree field should align directly with the engineering discipline the role requires.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Engineer roles at Kiewit?
Project Engineers at Kiewit are sponsored across several visa categories. H-1B is the most common pathway for full-time hires. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for students and recent graduates entering the workforce. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican engineers under qualifying USMCA classifications. Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is available for engineers further along in their careers.
What qualifications and experience does Kiewit expect for Project Engineers?
Kiewit typically hires Project Engineers with a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or construction engineering. Entry-level roles are open to recent graduates, while mid-level positions expect two to five years of field or construction management experience. Familiarity with energy project environments, such as power plant construction or pipeline work, strengthens your application considerably.
How do I apply for Project Engineer jobs at Kiewit?
You can browse open Project Engineer roles at Kiewit on Migrate Mate, which filters positions by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm eligibility before applying. Kiewit also posts directly on its careers site. Applications typically involve submitting a resume and completing an online profile. For sponsored roles, Kiewit's recruiting team handles visa paperwork after an offer is extended.
How do I plan my timeline if Kiewit is filing an H-1B for me?
H-1B petitions for cap-subject candidates are filed in April for an October 1 start date. If you're on F-1 OPT, your OPT authorization needs to bridge the gap between graduation and October 1. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're selected in the lottery, a cap-gap extension under USCIS rules covers your work authorization during that period automatically.