Engineering Project Manager - Water & Industrial EPC Job Details | Kiewit

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 involves overseeing multi-disciplinary engineering teams and ensuring design solutions transition seamlessly into field execution, ultimately impacting communities and industries positively.

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

Requirements:

• 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