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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer responsible for technical engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation's business across the US and Canada. The primary duties of this engineer will include geotechnical engineering efforts in support of infrastructure transportation alternative delivery (design-build, progressive design building, construction manager/general contractor) projects in the proposal stage or following award.  As, such, a strong technical background and excellent communication skills as well as an ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position.

The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will work with an interdisciplinary team that includes structural, roadway, drainage and materials engineers as well as estimators, schedulers and other construction professionals to identify geotechnical engineering problems and develop appropriate solutions.  The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the production and/or review of engineering reports, geotechnical analyses, and directing the work of staff geotechnical engineers.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design Build/Alternative Delivery 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-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. They analyze problems, determine 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 best design 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 provide training, 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.

This position is based out of our office Lone Tree, CO office and includes travel to project offices and work sites as business necessitates. 

• The Senior Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation business
• Support of the bid phase development of innovative and cost-effective design
• Working within the pursuit team during the bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks
• Working on design-build projects as the Engineer-of-Record responsible for developing design recommendations and producing design deliverables
• Support efforts to capture and spread design lessons learned knowledge to all Districts
• Train and develop junior engineers

• Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent experience is required
• 15+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience on transportation infrastructure related projects
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S.
• Strong all-around knowledge of geotechnical engineering and technical solutions to geotechnical issues 
• Alternative Delivery experience, preferred
• Preferred experience includes design of deep foundations, shallow foundations, evaluating slope stability, seismic engineering, retaining wall design, earth retention, rock mechanics, settlement of compressible soils, ground improvement techniques, support of excavation and dewatering on transportation related projects
• Experience working in a team setting and directing/reviewing the work of others
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• The physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions
• Ability to travel to project sites

• Experience working with AI agents and tools preferred

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