Architect - Industrial Buildings

Position Overview Kiewit is hiring for several Mid- to Senior Level Architects to join our team to deliver design solutions for a diverse range of industrial buildings across multiple market sectors. In this role, you will work within the Industrial Buildings Group as part of an overall project team overseeing the building's architectural design for various types of buildings and facilities across multiple market areas, within Kiewit. This could include advanced technology (data centers/server rooms), nuclear buildings, hospitals, water/wastewater treatment facilities, large office buildings, University building, manufacturing, transportation structures, and industrial process buildings. You will be managing fast‑paced projects, including coordination and collaboration with in‑house project engineers and contractors to successfully execute building estimates, conceptual designs, and construction documents and administration. If you are viewing this position from other websites, we recommend you apply online directly to the position and complete an online application at our website at the following link: If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! District Overview Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and energy markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,700 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve industrial, transportation, power, water, mining, marine, building and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by over 140 years of construction experience, our construction‑driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on‑time and on‑budget project delivery. Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical, process, electrical, controls, structural and architectural disciplines, is a multi‑faced and leading‑edge division of Kiewit with best‑in‑class technical expertise focused on EPC and design‑build delivery. The Industrial Group projects span markets processing advanced technologies; mining, minerals and metals; processing industries; industrial energy; drinking water; wastewater treatment and biosolids; desalination; and industrial water. Location This position may be based out of our Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; or Houston, TX offices. Opportunities for flexible/hybrid work are available for the Lone Tree and Houston campuses only. We do offer relocation to our Lenexa Kansas Industrial headquarters only. Responsibilities Responsible for completing life safety and code analysis by reviewing codes and standards, coordinating related design items with Authority Having Jurisdiction, and communicating findings with the team. Manage the architectural design for the buildings, balancing aesthetics, function, cost and functionality, and ensure the project complies with Kiewit standards while maintaining budget and schedule. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and telecommunications to deliver integrated building designs. Support, inform and advise the project team and client on the building design as it develops through the project life cycle. Assist in providing technical bid analysis reviews during the bid period and determining the practicality of submittals. Provide alternative recommendations to the project team regarding project budgets and associated construction costs during the value engineering process. Manage and maintain project schedules, direct and manage the architectural team. Mentor more entry‑level architectural staff. Familiar and confident in understanding the workflow required to estimate, bid, and construct buildings in an Engineer‑Procure‑Construct (EPC) and Design‑Build environment. Perform architectural designs using REVIT, as well as perform checking and navigation in Navisworks for interferences. Perform construction administration activities, and field work as required for project execution. Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from a NAAB accredited program is required. At least 5+ years’ of architectural design experience, working in a highly matrixed, multi‑disciplined A/E firm or for a GC, performing functions as outlined above. Will consider architectural experience of all building types with the exception of residential and commercial. Experience with data centers, server rooms, buildings with unique ventilation and cooling systems, pre‑engineered metal buildings, modular construction, and nuclear or radiological facilities, hospitals, highly desired. Experience with execution of all building project design phases from concept to construction is required. Understanding pre‑engineered metal buildings and modular design is a plus. Proficient in Revit, Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam, and Navisworks. Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience with estimating/quantity takeoffs for construction and developing procurement packages, bid review and vendor selection processes, is required. Registered Architect with a current license preferred. NCARB Certification preferred. 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. Base Compensation: $95,000/yr – $100,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) This posting will be active from: 06/22/2026 - We offer our full‑time 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. We are 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. 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