Project Engineer 3

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Project Engineer 3

Location:

Westlake, TX, US

Position Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to support the successful execution of large-scale transmission, substation, and utility infrastructure projects across North America. This role serves as a key leader within the project team, responsible for driving project controls, coordinating engineering and construction activities, managing client expectations, and supporting the overall delivery of complex EPC and construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power delivery construction, including high-voltage transmission lines, substations, switchyards, and utility infrastructure. This individual will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Engineers, and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project engineering efforts on large, complex power delivery construction projects.
• Manage project controls including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, scheduling, and productivity analysis.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, and client stakeholders.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and design packages.
• Lead management of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, work plans, and execution strategies.
• Monitor project performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and control costs.
• Support contract administration and construction planning activities.
• Collaborate with field leadership to resolve technical and operational challenges.
• Assist with client presentations, project reporting, and executive-level updates.
• Mentor and develop Project Engineers, Field Engineers, and entry-level construction professionals.
• Promote and maintain Kiewit's commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of construction, project engineering, or project management experience.
• Experience supporting transmission, substation, utility, renewable energy, or industrial EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project controls, scheduling, and cost management.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Ability to develop relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and project management software.
• Ability and willingness to travel and relocate based on project assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience supporting high-voltage transmission or substation construction projects.
• Experience on projects ranging from 69kV to 765kV.
• Knowledge of EPC project delivery and utility owner requirements.
• Experience with change management, forecasting, earned value reporting, and contract administration.
• Previous leadership experience mentoring engineers and field personnel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or advanced construction management certifications are a plus.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to work on some of North America's largest and most complex power delivery projects.
• Direct exposure to transmission, substation, renewable generation, and grid modernization programs.
• Leadership development and advancement opportunities into Project Management, Construction Management, and Operations leadership roles.
• Competitive salary, annual incentives, comprehensive benefits, relocation assistance, and company-supported career development.

There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.

Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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