KPD - Assistant Project Manager

  • Kiewit
  • Lenexa, Kansas
  • Full Time

Requisition ID: 177241

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery

Department: Project Engineering

Market: OGC

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As an Associate Project Manager in Kiewit Power Delivery, you will support the execution of high-impact transmission and substation projects that are part of a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure portfolio. These projects are delivered using a progressive design-build model with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI), allowing our teams to influence engineering and construction outcomes from the earliest stages.

Youll work alongside a dynamic team to manage materials, production, costs, and documentation while gaining exposure to all phases of project delivery. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career while contributing to transformative work in the power delivery sector.

District Overview

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full-service engineering and construction solutions provider, completing projects of all sizes and complexity. Across North America, our experience spans all transmission and distribution market aspects from high-voltage overhead and underground transmission to distribution design, automation design and construction capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil and gas markets.

Location

The ability to mobilize these projects is REQUIRED. Specific turn-round policies will be discussed with the recruiter.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a diverse team to estimate, schedule, and build mechanical, electrical, and heavy industrial construction projects
Support both administrative and field operations, including reviewing proposals, specifications, and drawings; performing material takeoffs; and preparing cost estimates
Attend pre-bid meetings and assist with subcontractor supervision and vendor coordination
Prepare work plans, manage quality control, track costs and materials, schedule equipment, and administer safety programs
Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to project success from planning through execution

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
Knowledge of construction safety and current federal/OSHA requirements
Ability to read and interpret project specifications and engineering drawings
Familiarity with project scheduling and cost control
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SurvTrak, Hard Dollar, Revit, SAP, Prolog, and/or Primavera P6 is a plus
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
High motivation and a strong work ethic; willingness to do what it takes to get the job done right
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to access all areas of a construction site in varying climates and environments
Active drivers license required
Willingness to travel and/or relocate as needed

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Other Requirements:

  • 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.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thats 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.

Job ID: 489119180
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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