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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 177048
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: South Central District
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Project Engineer, you will be entrusted with both the technical execution and administrative coordination of construction projects. You will lead a team of field and cost engineers, ensuring that all project components are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. Your role will serve as a critical communication bridge between the construction manager and the broader project team, particularly in areas of financial performance and operational planning.
District Overview
Kiewit's South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving, and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.
Location
All roles are project-based and will require mobility for the duration of assignments within the South-Central District, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
Responsibilities
Project Scheduling:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, incorporating input from field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Monitor progress against milestones and proactively adjust plans to mitigate delays or disruptions.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.
Financial Management:
- Oversee project financials including revenue tracking, cost control, and cash flow forecasting.
- Prepare and present financial reports to project leadership, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, including billing and change order management.
Temporary Engineering:
- Design and implement temporary works such as scaffolding, shoring, and access platforms to support construction activities.
- Ensure all temporary structures meet safety and engineering standards.
- Collaborate with field teams to adapt temporary solutions to evolving site conditions.
Permanent Design Management & Quality Control:
- Coordinate with design teams to ensure permanent works are executed according to specifications and client expectations.
- Implement quality control procedures and conduct inspections to verify compliance with standards and regulations.
- Address design-related issues promptly to avoid rework and maintain project momentum.
Project Closeout:
- Lead the closeout process, including punch list management, final inspections, and documentation handover.
- Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled and client satisfaction is achieved.
- Facilitate lessons learned sessions to capture insights for future projects.
Client Relations:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for the client, maintaining open and professional communication.
- Address client concerns promptly and effectively, fostering trust and long-term relationships.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed.
Operations Planning Support:
- Assist in the development of construction execution plans, including logistics, resource allocation, and sequencing.
- Collaborate with operations leadership to align field activities with strategic project goals.
- Support the integration of safety and environmental considerations into operational planning.
Contract and Subcontract Administration:
- Manage the lifecycle of contracts and subcontracts, from negotiation through execution and closeout.
- Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions, including scope, schedule, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to resolve disputes and implement change orders.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering.
- 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 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: 177048
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: South Central District
Department: Project Engineering
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Project Engineer, you will be entrusted with both the technical execution and administrative coordination of construction projects. You will lead a team of field and cost engineers, ensuring that all project components are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. Your role will serve as a critical communication bridge between the construction manager and the broader project team, particularly in areas of financial performance and operational planning.
District Overview
Kiewit's South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving, and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.
Location
All roles are project-based and will require mobility for the duration of assignments within the South-Central District, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
Responsibilities
Project Scheduling:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, incorporating input from field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Monitor progress against milestones and proactively adjust plans to mitigate delays or disruptions.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.
Financial Management:
- Oversee project financials including revenue tracking, cost control, and cash flow forecasting.
- Prepare and present financial reports to project leadership, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures, including billing and change order management.
Temporary Engineering:
- Design and implement temporary works such as scaffolding, shoring, and access platforms to support construction activities.
- Ensure all temporary structures meet safety and engineering standards.
- Collaborate with field teams to adapt temporary solutions to evolving site conditions.
Permanent Design Management & Quality Control:
- Coordinate with design teams to ensure permanent works are executed according to specifications and client expectations.
- Implement quality control procedures and conduct inspections to verify compliance with standards and regulations.
- Address design-related issues promptly to avoid rework and maintain project momentum.
Project Closeout:
- Lead the closeout process, including punch list management, final inspections, and documentation handover.
- Ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled and client satisfaction is achieved.
- Facilitate lessons learned sessions to capture insights for future projects.
Client Relations:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for the client, maintaining open and professional communication.
- Address client concerns promptly and effectively, fostering trust and long-term relationships.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed.
Operations Planning Support:
- Assist in the development of construction execution plans, including logistics, resource allocation, and sequencing.
- Collaborate with operations leadership to align field activities with strategic project goals.
- Support the integration of safety and environmental considerations into operational planning.
Contract and Subcontract Administration:
- Manage the lifecycle of contracts and subcontracts, from negotiation through execution and closeout.
- Monitor compliance with contractual terms and conditions, including scope, schedule, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with legal and procurement teams to resolve disputes and implement change orders.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in construction management, construction engineering, or other engineering disciplines.
- 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering.
- 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 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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Translate field credentials into U.S. equivalents
Kiewit evaluates Project Management Leads on demonstrated delivery of energy infrastructure projects. If your credentials come from outside the U.S., get a NACES-member evaluation done early so your degree aligns with what the H-1B specialty occupation standard requires.
Target roles tied to active project awards
Kiewit staffs Project Management Leads against specific contract wins in energy. Searching for roles tied to announced project awards, rather than open requisitions alone, helps you time your application when sponsorship decisions are actively being made.
Clarify visa type fit before the offer stage
H-1B, TN, and EB-2 each carry different timelines and employer obligations. Before you reach the offer stage, confirm which category your background supports so Kiewit's HR team isn't discovering complications during filing.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified Kiewit openings
Not every Project Management Lead posting at Kiewit surfaces on general job boards with sponsorship details attached. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Kiewit roles that have confirmed visa sponsorship history, saving time on applications that go nowhere.
Understand how PERM timing affects your start date
If Kiewit sponsors you on an employment-based Green Card path through PERM, the DOL recruitment and audit window adds months before USCIS can adjudicate the petition. Build that into your expected start date conversation during offer negotiations.
Prepare a project portfolio before your first interview
Kiewit Project Management Lead interviews typically probe scope, budget accountability, and subcontractor oversight on real projects. Having a documented record of energy project milestones you owned strengthens both your candidacy and the evidentiary package your attorney will need for sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Project Management Leads?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Project Management Lead roles. The position generally qualifies as a specialty occupation given the degree requirements tied to engineering, construction management, or a related field. Kiewit's legal and HR teams handle the Labor Condition Application filing with the DOL and the subsequent I-129 petition with USCIS, but you should confirm sponsorship intent early in the hiring process rather than assuming it at the offer stage.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Management Lead roles at Kiewit?
The H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant path for this role. Canadian and Mexican nationals working in eligible engineering or management categories can also pursue TN visa status, which avoids the H-1B lottery entirely. For candidates with longer-term plans, Kiewit has sponsored employment-based Green Cards through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories via the PERM labor certification process. F-1 OPT and CPT are also options for recent graduates in qualifying degree programs before transitioning to employer-sponsored status.
How do I apply for Project Management Lead jobs at Kiewit?
You can apply directly through Kiewit's careers portal, but listings don't always specify whether sponsorship is available for a given opening. Migrate Mate is the recommended way to browse Project Management Lead roles at Kiewit that have a confirmed visa sponsorship track record, so you're not spending time on applications that won't move forward for international candidates. Tailor your resume to reflect specific energy project delivery experience and quantifiable outcomes rather than general management responsibilities.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for Project Management Lead candidates?
Kiewit typically looks for a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, along with substantial hands-on experience managing large-scale energy or industrial construction projects. Demonstrated accountability for project budgets, schedules, and subcontractor coordination carries significant weight. PMP certification is valued but not always required. For H-1B purposes, the degree field needs to align directly with the role's core functions, so generalist backgrounds without a clear specialty occupation link can complicate sponsorship.
How do I plan my timeline if Kiewit is sponsoring my H-1B?
The H-1B cap lottery runs once a year, with USCIS accepting registrations in March for an October 1 start date. If you're selected, Kiewit files the full petition after registration. If you're on F-1 OPT when you receive an offer, your OPT period and the cap-gap provision may bridge the gap to October 1. Premium processing is available for faster USCIS adjudication, but the lottery itself can't be expedited, so starting the conversation with Kiewit's HR team well before the March window is critical.