Sr_ Geotechnical Engineer Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Job Summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is seeking a senior Geotechnical Engineer to support its expanding infrastructure design group from the Lone Tree, Colorado office. The role combines technical engineering, proposal support, design-build collaboration, and coordination with construction teams.

Project Details

Work supports EPC and design-build infrastructure projects through a multidisciplinary organization covering civil, structural, drainage, roadway, rail, materials, and geotechnical engineering. The position may support projects across Kiewit's major markets and travel to project offices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop geotechnical recommendations, design deliverables, and risk mitigation plans for proposals and active projects.
• Evaluate innovative, constructible, and cost-effective solutions to geotechnical challenges.
• Coordinate design activities with pursuit, engineering, project controls, and construction teams.
• Serve as a geotechnical lead or project manager when assigned and direct or review other engineers' work.

Required Experience

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in geotechnical engineering or a closely related field.
• At least 11 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience; 15 or more years preferred.
• Professional Engineer registration in the United States is required.
• Broad experience with foundations, slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining systems, rock mechanics, settlement, ground improvement, excavation support, and dewatering.
• Strong communication, interdisciplinary coordination, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.
• EPC or design-build experience is preferred; experience with AI agents and tools is also preferred.
• Ability to access construction sites in varied climates and environmental conditions and work overtime or weekends when required.

Compensation and Benefits

Base compensation is $130,000-$160,000 per year. Full-time employees receive medical, dental, vision, wellness, employee assistance, life and disability insurance, retirement plans with matching, and paid time off. The company offers a flexible work schedule and professional growth opportunities.

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