Senior Environmental Manager, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Requisition ID: 176835

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Environmental

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers (KIE) has an immediate opening for an experienced Senior Environmental Manager in Lone Tree, CO. In this role, you will lead the environmental permitting for complex infrastructure projects across North America including very large design-build, progressive design-build (PDB), public-private partnerships (P3), and construction manager/general contractor (CM/GC) contracts. We seek a technical expert—someone with in-depth environmental planning experience that can be drawn upon to deliver pursuits and construction projects across North America, with an emphasis on the Eastern U.S.

Experience coordinating with agencies such as State DOT’s, FHWA, FRA, FTA, FAA, USACE, FERC, etc. Is an integral part of this role. The role will also include managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk for design projects while also providing mentorship and leadership to junior and mid-level staff in their support roles.

District Overview Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering seamlessly transitions solutions from design to construction through the collaborative efforts of Design Engineering, Design Management, Proposals, Estimating, and Integrated Project Controls. Our construction-focused engineering approach involves a multidisciplinary team working together to maximize value for clients by improving schedules, controlling costs, and minimizing risk on infrastructure projects.

This integrated strategy emphasizes collaboration and constructability throughout the project lifecycle, enabling us identify and implement quality solutions with a strong safety focus.

Clients benefit from Kiewit’s proven processes and tools, which minimize project risk. As an in-house resource, we support projects across the company, in all major markets, sharing to experiences, innovative concepts, and best practices. Kiewit’s management and implementation of this process result in safe, cost-effective, and innovative designs that exceed client expectations and uphold Kiewit’s legacy of excellence.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures – we build relationships, strengthen communities, and expand workforce capacity. We don't just build projects; we build careers. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan (RRSP), and unbeatable growth opportunities, we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond construction to develop the ultimate road to success.

Location This position is primarily based at our Lone Tree, CO office. Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be considered depending on the candidate’s location (must be reasonale driving distance to Kiewit major HUB offices), experience, and qualifications, and are subject to business needs and applicable company policies. Candidates approved for remote work may be required to travel to the Lone Tree office or other locations as needed.

Responsibilities You will be responsible for overseeing staff and coordinating environmental permitting, reports, and technical documentation, as well as managing tasks and mentoring/leading others in the delivery of environmental products. You can expect to oversee junior and mid-level staff working on multiple large-scale projects.

Tasks may include, but not limited to the following:

Technical

  • Collaboratively develop and implement strategy for delivering environmental components of our projects.
  • Review environmental documents, RFPs, and other documents to identify risk and scope.
  • Lead environmental planning and permitting processes and document preparation for transportation, transit, and infrastructure clients.
  • Serve as technical lead for a variety of infrastructure projects during conceptual planning and design through environmental approvals and permitting.
  • Develop documents that meet the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Section 4 (f) of the Department of Transportation Act , Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act , Section 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, and Sections 7 and 10 of the Endangered Species Act, and other applicable laws. This includes knowledge or ability to learn requirements and processes pursuant to state codes and municipal ordinance.
  • Perform quality reviews of environmental deliverables that meet client requirements and regulatory standards to ensure high-quality products are produced on time and within budget.
  • Perform quality reviews of other discipline
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