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Requisition ID: 181117
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Our Industrial Building Group (IBG) is seeking several skilled BIM/Revit Designers to play a pivotal role in the creation and implementation of comprehensive building design deliverables. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing multi-discipline 3D models and detailed construction documents. This role is integral to advancing various industrial building projects, particularly within the Power, Industrial, Water, Infrastructure, and Services sectors. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring design accuracy and alignment with project objectives from concept through completion. You'll work at the intersection of architecture, structural, mechanical, electrical, and process systems, producing models and drawings that drive our EPC delivery for power, industrial, manufacturing, water, and mission-critical facilities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented designer who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and enjoys solving problems through modeling, coordination, and visualization.
Why this role matters?
Industrial buildings are dense, utility-heavy, and coordination-intensive. Our BIM Designers are the connective tissue between engineering and construction, ensuring that what is designed can be built safely, efficiently, and with minimal rework. Your models directly influence cost, schedule, procurement, and field execution-making this role a critical part of Kiewit's EPC delivery.
Why Kiewit?

• Innovative Projects: We're working on groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of engineering and construction. Your expertise could be the key to our success!
• Career Growth: At Kiewit, we prioritize your professional development. With new opportunities and challenges, you'll continue to grow and excel in your career.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate and talented individuals who are dedicated to making a difference. Your contributions will be valued and celebrated.
• Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and financial security.

District Overview
Kiewit Architectural & Engineering (KAE) delivers fully integrated design and engineering solutions for some of North America's most complex and high visibility infrastructure, energy and building programs. Working hand in hand with Kiewit's construction operations, the group provides coordinated Progressive Design Build (PDB), Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) and other alternative delivery models, that reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and drives innovative, cost-effective outcomes.
Powered by a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, and designers, KAE focuses on creating high performance, sustainable facilities across key growth markets including Power, Industrial, Nuclear, Federal, Aviation, Mission Critical, Healthcare, Sports & Entertainment, and Commercial Buildings. The team supports sophisticated projects in sectors such as government, nuclear, transportation/transit and education, delivering scalable, forward-looking solutions tailored to each client's operational, regulatory, and long-term needs.
Location
This full-time role can be based in our at our Lenexa Kansas, Houston Texas or Lone Tree, Colorado office. We offer relocation assistance to the Lenexa Kansas Industrial headquarters only. Otherwise, we are looking for local candidates in Lone Tree or Houston, that are willing to work in those office locations. This is a dynamic work environment, equipped with the latest technology to support advanced BIM and design activities. We encourage flexible work arrangements where feasible, fostering work-life balance while maintaining a strong collaborative culture.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Developing and executing detailed multi-discipline project design deliverables using Revit, ensuring they meet project specifications and timelines.
• Build and maintain discipline-specific and multi-discipline BIM models for Industrial buildings, including structural steel, concrete, architectural elements, equipment layouts, MEP and utility systems. Generate plans, sections, details, isometrics, shop drawings and quantity takeoffs that support estimating, design development and field installation. Perform clash detection, model reviews and coodinate sessions with various engineering/architectural disciplines to resolve conflicts early
• Collaborating actively with architects, engineers, and other designers as part of an integrated project team to achieve design goals efficiently and effectively.
• Performing rigorous quality assurance and control checks on all deliverables, adhering strictly to company standards and industry best practices.
• Contributing to the enhancement and upkeep of BIM/Revit processes, tools, and standards to optimize project workflows and maintain consistency across projects. Uphold Kiewit BIM standards, templates and quality control processes across all project phases.
• Gaining comprehensive understanding of Kiewit's design-build engineering processes, supporting seamless integration between engineering, design, and construction teams.
• Communicating design progress and challenges clearly to project leads and stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Engaging in continuous professional development to remain current with emerging trends and technologies in BIM and industrial building design.

Qualifications
Qualifications and Skills:

• Associates degree or Bachelors' degree in drafting/design, engineering technology, architecture or related field and minimum of 3 years' experience in BIM/REVIT design in industrial, power, water, manufacturing, water, oil/gas/chemical, Biopharma, healthcare, mission critical facilities or similar industrial facilities, creating detailed BIM models that include floor plans, elevations, sections, details, 3D views and renderings, capturing walls, roofs, doors, windows, rooms and architectural systems (HVAC, Plumbing, duct work, ventilation, etc...). If no degree, at least 6 years' experience, performing functions as described above.
• Proven experience working with Navisworks for clash detection and proficient use of 3+ years Revit in industrial building design projects is required. Experienced with developing and maintaining BIM standards, templates and libraries.
• Industry knowledge and hands-on experience in sectors such as Power, Water, and Food & Beverage is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated capability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, fostering an inclusive and respectful working environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, coupled with active listening and problem-solving aptitude to engage constructively with diverse audiences across organizational levels.
• Self-motivated with a positive outlook and the ability to inspire and collaborate with colleagues to achieve collective objectives.
• Commitment to maintaining high quality and safety standards, consistent with Kiewit's values and policies.
• Experience working on EPC or design/build projects is preferred, developing BIM models for construction.
• Knowledge of industrial building components (structural steel, concrete, architectural elements, equipment layouts, utility routing and building systems
• Able to interpret sketches/engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment data sheets and vendor models

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Working Conditions
Working Conditions: This role primarily involves office-based work within a dynamic and technologically advanced design environment. There may be occasional requirements for site visits or meetings at project locations, providing opportunities to gain firsthand project insights. You will work within a supportive and collaborative team culture that emphasizes safety, professional development, and work-life balance. Standard working hours are expected; however, flexibility may be required to meet project deadlines. The company promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and fosters continuous learning and innovation.
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.
Base Compensation: $73,000 - $115,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 07/10/2026 - 09/15/2026
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.
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.