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Sr Project Engineer - Heavy Haul & Lifting

Kiewit • Lone Tree, CO • 4h ago

Requisition ID: 182234

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Equipment

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) is seeking a specialized engineer in temporary works, heavy lift, and heavy haul rigging engineering. This role provides senior-level technical expertise in the design, analysis, testing, and implementation of engineered lifting and hauling systems used in the construction of Transportation, Industrial, Marine & Power including advanced nuclear facilities. The position requires someone who can cooridinate complex engineering efforts, collaborate effectively with construction operations, and ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of field activities.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design Build Management team are driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects to manage their multi-disciplined design teams to improve schedule, control costs, and minimize risk. Our construction-driven engineers analyze root causes and resolve design issues before they impact schedule and budget. Particularly on large design-build projects, clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and design best practices for all projects that we support.

Our participation leads to safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence.

On our team, you'll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. We will train you, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you're ensuring a lifetime of success

Location

Primary office location: Lone Tree, CO. This role requires occasional travel to project sites, fabrication yards, or testing locations (approximately 1-2 times per month). Field conditions may involve exposure to active construction environments, heavy equipment, and variable weather.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and execution of temporary works systems, including lifting frames, rigging assemblies, heavy-haul components, and other engineered construction means and methods.

Coordinate closely with construction operations, field engineers, and project teams to ensure constructability, safety, and alignment with project execution strategies.

Management of projects including design, fabrication, and testing of rigging products.

Oversee development of layouts, specifications, and procedures for testing heavy lift and heavy haul components.

Provide peer reviews, design checks, and technical oversight for temporary works and rigging designs completed by others.

Support bid-phase and early design-stage efforts by identifying solutions, construction sequencing considerations, and risk mitigation strategies.

Mentor and guide junior engineers in rigging engineering, and general Kiewit temporary works practices.

Ensure deliverables meet client and project specifications

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).

Minimum 12 years of relevant engineering experience, with strong background in temporary works, heavy lift/heavy haul engineering, or complex structural design.

Proficiency with structural analysis software and engineering drafting/modeling tools (AutoCAD, Revit).

Strong understanding of construction methods, field execution constraints, rigging fundamentals, and engineered lifting best practices.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Demonstrated familiarity with ASME, AISC, OSHA, and related standards.

Regular, reliable attendance. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Strong technical judgment and ability to develop practical engineered solutions.

Commitment to safety, quality, and engineering standards compliance.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under schedule constraints.

HIghly Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting engineering and construction activities for nuclear power projects.

Advanced expertise in fabrication of steel structures, heavy lift rigging, and/or heavy-haul transport systems.

Eperience in design, fabrication, and testing of mechanical systems (hydraulic powered winches, rams, motors, etc)

Leadership and mentoring capabilities.

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: $140,000/yr - $170,000/yr

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

This posting will be active from: -

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

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