Geotechnical Engineer, Kiewit Infrastructure EngineersLocation: Lone Tree, CO or Itasca, ILPosition Overview: Kiewit is seeking a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer to work on engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation's business. The KIE geotechnical group supports all market types and contract models including design build, progressive design build, CMGC, CMAR, EPC, ECI and traditional bid build. The geotechnical construction engineering focused group supports the design/analysis of temporary structures including cofferdams, gravity retaining walls such as MSE walls and soil nail walls, support of excavation, working surface/platform design, slope stability, WEAP analysis, deep and shallow foundation design. Our geotechnical engineers support projects in all phases including estimate and during construction.Responsibilities: In this role, you will utilize geotechnical engineering knowledge to complete technical engineering assignments in support of Kiewit Corporation business, including:Providing project support during the proposal/bid phase working with various team members to identify and evaluate innovative and cost-effective design solutions to geotechnical problems and challenges.Working with the pursuit team during the proposal/bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks.Produce, review and provide EOR responsibilities of detailed calculation packages, drawings and design memorandums.Training and developing staff engineers.Qualifications: Master's degree, or equivalent experience, in Geotechnical Engineering or closely related field, required. 5+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience on construction related projects in the U.S. Registration as a Professional Engineer in the U.S., required. Demonstrated broad technical knowledge of geo-structural design and geotechnical engineering, including: 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.
Experience with cofferdams and support of exacation is required. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated focus on interdisciplinary design coordination, coordination between Engineering and Construction, experience working in a team setting, and directing/reviewing the work of others Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with people. Proven success in initiating, promoting, and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships amongst a team. Ability to travel to project sites and the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions. EPC or Design-Build experience, preferred.
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