Senior Structural Engineer - Hydropower and Dams

Position Overview

Kiewit has an immediate opening for a Senior Structural Engineer in its Hydropower, Dams, and Hydraulic Structures (HDH) team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the design and construction of dams, hydropower facilities, and other hydraulic structures and will work closely with the HDH Department Director and other members of the leadership team to deliver projects as well as grow and manage the operational needs of the HDH Department. The successful candidate will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on collaboration while providing technical, quality, administrative, and safety leadership for the engineers and designers of the department.

The duties of the Hydropower and Dams Sr Structural Engineer will be twofold. One aspect of the work will consist in working with a multidisciplinary team that includes civil, structural, geotechnical, hydrology & hydraulics, environmental, and electrical engineers, as well as estimators, schedulers, and other construction professionals to win and successfully deliver projects. The other aspect of the work will consist in opportunities to support the operations of the Hydropower and Dams team, by contributing to business development, as well as the development and the operationalization of the business strategy in support of the Department Director.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together 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. 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 practices for all projects that we support.

Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process leads to safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that exceeds client expectations and furthers 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 will train you, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building RRSP matching, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you’re ensuring a lifetime of success.

Location

This position will be based in one of Kiewit’s major centers across Canada (Laval, QC; Oakville, ON; Burnaby, BC) and will require occasional travel to project sites and other offices as needed.

Responsibilities

People / Organization

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal (construction and procurement personnel as well as other design engineering departments) and external (consulting engineering firms, equipment suppliers, clients) stakeholders.
• Fostering an environment that emphasizes collaboration and coordination; providing feedback and encouraging learning to create growth opportunities.
• Opportunities to assist the Department Director in development and implementing the business development strategy and business plan for the department.
• Identifying, staffing, developing, and aligning high performance teams and individuals to meet organizational goals.
• Support in the identification and implementation of AI solutions to increase the efficiency of our design operations.

Projects / Technical

Quality and Safety

Qualifications

Other Requirements :

Base Compensation :  $170,000 / yr - $210,000 / yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and / or location) 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. We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.