Engineering Project Manager - Water & Industrial EPC

Engineering Project Manager - Water & Industrial EPC

Location: Lenexa, KS, US Dallas, TX, US Westlake, TX, US Denver, CO, US

Position Overview: Kiewit is seeking a proven Engineering Project Manager to lead the technical delivery of complex Industrial and Municipal Water projects across North America. This role is ideal for an engineering leader who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence, constructability, and client-focused executionand who wants to play a visible role in shaping the future of critical water infrastructure.

Responsibilities: Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary engineering teams delivering water projects. Own the engineering scope, budget, and schedule, including effective and fair change management. Partner closely with construction, estimating, and scheduling teams to ensure designs support safe, efficient field execution. Establish and drive project goals, technical strategies, and performance expectations aligned with business and operational objectives. Develop discipline-specific strategies for talent development, technology adoption, quality, and risk management. Mentor and develop engineers and designers with a "train your replacement" mindset, building long-term organizational capability. Collaborate with Engineering Department Managers to align staffing plans with evolving project and market needs. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical and operational risks that could impact project outcomes or company reputation. Define, track, and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and continuous improvement. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and digital tools, identifying practical applications for project delivery. Develop and execute clear project communication plans, ensuring teams remain aligned, informed, and engaged.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field) from an accredited program. 10+ years of progressive experience in engineering, preferably within the water market. 5+ years of experience leading engineering project team, preferably within water, wastewater, or industrial markets. Strong technical background in complex water or industrial systems, with demonstrated experience managing engineering resources. Experience across related markets welcomed (Water/Wastewater, Industrial Power, OGC, Chemical Processing, Bioprocessing, Advanced Manufacturing). Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including clients, construction teams, and executive leadership. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide teams through complex design and execution challenges. Comfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; adaptable, collaborative, and systems-oriented. Solid understanding of project controls, scheduling, and cost management principles.

Working Conditions: 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. Field roles only may work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $135,000/yr - $185,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 06/23/2026 - 08/25/2026

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.