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Requisition ID: 182166
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers
Department: Drafting & Design
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers (KIE) is seeking an mid-career Civil/Structural CAD Designer in our Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) Production group in the KIE Omaha, NE office. The successful candidate will perform a variety of civil, geotechnical, and structural CAD / Modeling tasks using Autodesk or Bentley related software to update contract drawings to support construction operations As-Built/Record Drawing requirements. They will also lead coordination efforts with key construction and client staff to resolve any question or concerns during the As-Built process. Furthermore they will take on a higher leadership role within the ESDC Production team as a lead on projects and internally train and develop younger staff with their technical skills.
Our ESDC Production group provides value to the success of our clients' projects by managing post design change resolution which is critical to quality project design, cost control, and construction excellence. We assist Kiewit infrastructure districts in the process of managing released for construction drawing changes through construction operation excellence. KIE tasks our ESDC Production department to help Kiewit build projects which includes integrated As-Built/Record drawing oversight and management, train construction personnel on documenting accurate redline/markups, capturing accurate redline/markup information from construction, and incorporating into contract CAD design drawings.
District Overview
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of complex projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs, and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. 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 best practices for all projects that we support.
Kiewit's management and implementation of this process lead to safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed 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
This position is based out of our Head Quarters Omaha, NE office.
Responsibilities
• Work with our engineering teams and Clients to provide latest As-Built design drawings to construction team
• Virtual plan set support, with emphasis on training personnel on construction team
• Coordinate with Document Control specialists to manage accurate redline/markup changes in virtual plan set
• Review of client As-Built/Record Drawing requirements and develop As-Built/Record Drawing plan
• Work with construction team and assisting them in documentation of redline/markup changes made in the field
• Coordinate effective meetings with construction/client teams and track down answers
• Participate in change documentation reviews to evaluate and make recommendations
• Work with construction team to provide the Client with As-Built/Record Drawing submittals
• Take on a lead role within the ESDC Production team and delegate tasks effectively
• Develop technical skills of younger staff through on hands training
Qualifications
• Completion of Associates degree in Computer Aided Design, Engineering Technology, AAS or similar program experience
• 5+ years' experience in basic civil/structural/geotechnical CAD / Modeling of design documents
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D
• Proficiency in, MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer
• Exposure to Revit is a plus
• Infrastructure project design or construction experience is a plus
• General knowledge of engineering principles for civil / structural work
• Read and understand civil / structural construction documents
• Strong and Effective oral and written communication skills contributing to team-based collaboration environment
• Critical thinking skills are necessary with the ability to plan and conceptualize
• Capable of recognizing conflicts and discrepancies with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivation and drive to provide and excellent work product
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Travel expectation for this role is 10-15%
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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.

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.
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.