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Geologist - Industrial, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineer

Kiewit • Westlake, TX • 2d ago

Requisition ID: 178871

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a Geologist in our growing Geotechnical Group. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, civil, drainage, roadway, rail, and materials disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects. This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit's proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing to experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit's management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures - we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location

This position is based out of our Westlake, TX location and require frequent travels to project sites or as business necessitates.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will utilize geological knowledge under the direction of an experienced Geological or Geotechnical Engineer to complete technical engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation business, including:

Providing project support during the proposal/bid phase; working with team members to assess subsurface conditions to identify and develop solutions to geological and geotechnical problems or challenges.

Working on design-build and EPC projects, for transportation, power, industrial, and oil, gas & chemical markets, including underground construction and tunneling.

Performing or overseeing desktop geologic studies, geologic mapping, subsurface investigations, field testing, and construction oversight.

Producing engineering reports, drawings, and detailed calculation packages.

Qualifications

BS in Geology

Minimum of 2 years of geology experience particularly with subsurface explorations, subsurface logging borings, geotechnical and geophysical investigations

Strong all-around academic knowledge of geology, including engineering geology, structural geology, geomorphology, hydrogeology, field mapping, geophysics, subsurface investigations, and use of GIS.

Experience in any of the following is desired but not required: boring log preparation, development of cross-sections or fence diagrams, use of software to prepare subsurface block models, use of a database or other commercially available software to organize large volumes of subsurface information.

Strong verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.

Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people.

Ability to travel as needed to project sites and the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions.

Working Conditions

This role may require travel to project sites and occasional temporary duty assignments.

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: $76,000/yr - $80,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 11/17/2025 - 11/20/2025

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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