Requisition ID: 181245
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering (KIWE) is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead mechanical system design and third-party engineering coordination on hyperscale data center campuses (1GW+).
This role is ideal for a client-facing leader with both engineering and project management experience, capable of guiding projects from early schematic design through execution. You will serve as a key interface between Kiewit, clients, and external engineering partners-ensuring mechanical systems are designed, coordinated, and delivered to meet the scale, reliability, and performance demands of mission-critical infrastructure.
The focus of this role is on MEP systems, with heavy emphasis on:
Chilled water systems
Cooling plants and cooling water infrastructure
HVAC systems and air-side design
Large-scale piping systems
Building Automation BMS and EPMS
You will play a critical role in shaping solutions for some of the most complex AI and hyperscale data center developments in North America, operating at gigawatt-scale capacity.
Why Kiewit
Work directly with clients during early design and solutioning phases-not just execution
Lead delivery on 1GW+ hyperscale campuses supporting AI and cloud infrastructure
Be part of an integrated EPC model that brings engineering and construction together
Join an employee-owned company where you have true ownership in outcomes
Collaborate with industry leaders across power, industrial, and mission-critical markets
At Kiewit, you won't just review designs-you'll help define them, influence strategy, and deliver infrastructure at a scale few organizations can match.
District Overview
Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering organization serving the infrastructure, energy, and industrial markets. With over 3,700 engineers and design professionals, we deliver construction-driven engineering rooted in safety, constructability, and execution excellence.
Our Industrial & Water Engineering group supports projects across:
Data Centers & Mission Critical Facilities
Advanced Manufacturing (Semiconductor, Battery, etc.)
Energy & Power Infrastructure
Industrial Water & Process Facilities
We specialize in EPC and design-build delivery, allowing our teams to influence projects from concept through completion.
Location
This role offers flexibility in location with a preference for candidates based in or near:
Lenexa, KS
Lone Tree, CO
Dallas, TX
Houston, TX
Candidates must be open to traveling to project sites across North America to support client engagement and project execution.
Responsibilities
Serve as Engineering Manager for mechanical systems on hyperscale data center projects
Lead coordination and oversight of third-party engineering firms delivering MEP designs
Partner with clients during early schematic and concept design phases to develop solution-driven system approaches
Manage and influence design for chilled water plants, cooling systems, HVAC, and piping infrastructure
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability (N+1 / 2N), scalability, and constructability requirements
Provide technical guidance and oversight to internal and external engineering teams
Collaborate with project management, construction, and estimating teams to align design with execution strategy and cost targets
Review designs, specifications, and submittals to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements
Support vendor and equipment selection for major mechanical systems
Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal leadership teams
Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and value
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or related discipline
10-15+ years of experience in engineering, design, or project delivery
Minimum 3+ years of experience in data center or mission-critical projects
Experience supporting hyperscale (100MW-1GW+) data center campuses strongly preferred
Background in client-side, owner's rep, or consulting engineering roles highly valued
Strong expertise in:
Chilled water systems
Cooling plants / cooling towers
HVAC design and air-side systems
Piping systems for large-scale facilities
Building Automation BMS and EPMS
Experience managing or coordinating third-party engineering firms and design teams
Strong understanding of MEP systems in high-reliability environments
Ability to influence design decisions during early project phases (schematic/design development)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate at all levels
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost, constructability, and schedule impacts
PE license is a plus
Ideal Backgrounds
Candidates may come from roles such as:
Engineering Manager
Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer
Project Manager (MEP / Mission Critical)
Owner's Representative (Data Center / Industrial)
Experience with firms such as consulting A/E firms, design-build contractors, or client-side organizations is highly relevant. #LI-KS23
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: $120,000/yr - $160,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 06/18/2026 - 09/29/2026
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.
Company: Kiewit
