Director - Environmental Engineering

Kiewit Corporation - Lenexa, KS

Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Lenexa, KS

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Director of Environmental Engineering at Kiewit Corporation is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the environmental engineering division. This position focuses on the design and implementation of engineering projects while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting sustainability. The director will lead a team, manage multiple projects, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality project delivery and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership to the environmental engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Set strategic goals and objectives for the department and develop plans to achieve them.
• Mentor and develop staff, promoting professional growth and ensuring the team's technical excellence.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, environmental regulations, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, allocating resources effectively and optimizing project workflows.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and effectively addressing their needs.
• Provide expert guidance and technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Review and approve project designs, reports, and deliverables to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in environmental engineering practices, regulations, and technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve project outcomes.
• Act as the main interface between the company and client consultants, building and maintaining strong working relationships.
• Collaborate with client consultants to understand project requirements, develop innovative solutions, and address any concerns or issues that arise.
• Proactively communicate project progress, risks, and opportunities to clients and stakeholders, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Ensure that all projects comply with relevant environmental regulations, permits, and codes.
• Promote sustainable engineering practices and identify opportunities to enhance environmental performance in projects.
• Lead efforts to develop and implement environmental management systems and initiatives to improve overall compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• A professional engineering license is preferred.
• Proven experience of 15+ years in environmental engineering, with a focus on project management and client consultation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Experience in managing complex projects and delivering results within budget and schedule constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex engineering problems.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in environmental engineering.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan