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CAD Engineer - Civil Infrastructure

Location:

Lone Tree, CO, US Omaha, NE, US

Requisition ID: 180157

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Central District

Department: Surveying

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Due to urgency of hiring for this role, if you are viewing this position from other websites, please complete application online directly at our Kiewit website at www.kiewitjobs.com for this role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Construction 3D Modeler to support our heavy civil/transportation survey and construction teams. We are seeking a hands-on 3D Modeling & Digital Delivery Manager to lead modeling efforts in support of survey and construction operations across heavy civil and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will be responsible for developing accurate, construction-ready 3D models, managing digital delivery workflows, and building a scalable modeling team. The ideal candidate is both a player and a coach - actively involved in modeling production, capable of producing high-quality work while developing team capabilities and establishing standards across projects.

Your work directly supports strategic infrastructure initiatives that enhance AI data center capacity, energy reliability, and community resilience. Our teams support industrial infrastructure construction (Data centers, concrete portions of Power and Water treatment facilities) as well as roadway and bridge construction. Your contribution as a Construction 3D Modeler is vital to delivering reliable, future-ready infrastructure across the central US region.

If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on large projects, look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure construction demands across the country. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

We build heavy civil and transportation projects, including highways, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams and tunnels, as well as support site development and concrete portions for industrial projects like data centers, water treatment facilities and power. With one of the largest equipment fleets in the region, we can mobilize to any location as a full-service construction team capable of self-performing mass grading, drainage, bridge construction, aggregate production, paving, rail and utility construction.

Location

We are looking for 3D Modelers to support projects in various states but based in our Lone Tree office. Up to 20% travel required for short durations, and travel may include the following states: CO, MT, WY, ND, SD, IA, MN, NM, NE, KS, MO, MS, NM, TN and KY

Responsibilities

Hands-On Modeling & Production:

• Develop 3D models using MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads Designer (ORD), and Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• Generate construction deliverables (surfaces, corridors, alignments, quantities)
• Perform quality control on models and plans

Digital Delivery & Systems Management:

• Lead use of Trimble Connect for model coordination and field integration
• Develop workflows for model-based construction and survey data integration

Coordination & Field Integration:

• Act as link between survey, field engineering, and design teams
• Identify and resolve design/model issues

Team Development & Leadership:

• Build and mentor a 3D modeling team
• Provide hands-on training while actively producing work

Process Development:

• Standardize workflows, file structures, and modeling practices

Qualifications

Technical:

• 5+ years heavy civil construction 3D modeling experience. Associates/Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Survey, or Engineering preferred
• Expertise required in one or more of the following: MicroStation, ORD/InRoads, Trimble Business Center or Trimble Connect
• Strong understanding of survey workflows and machine control, where you have developed 3D models for Survey teams.
• General understanding of different design and survey data types and data transfer processes
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D (or similar) for extracting and interpreting design data

Ability to read and interpret contract drawings, specifications and construction plans to generate

Field Layout (lines and points)

Estimates (takeoff for all disciplines)

3D models (surfaces, corridors, and structures)

Leadership:

• Ability to train and mentor others
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Work Style:

• Ability to manage multiple projects, able to identify design issues in a timely manner
• Self-motivated and accountable, strong work ethic; Ability to communicate proficiently and work closely with Designers, Surveyors, Field Engineers, Estimators and Schedulers.

Work Conditions

• Typical work schedule of 40-60 hours per week based on project demands
• This is a salaried position requiring effective time management and the ability to balance workload across multiple projects
• Occasional weekend work may be required depending on project needs
• Up to 20% travel required for project support across multiple states
• Field support includes visiting job sites to train personnel on model use, support field operations, and coordinate project needs betw

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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.

Base Compensation: $77,000 - $115,200

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from: 05/06/2026 - 07/28/2026

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There's no limit to what you'll do at Kiewit. Whether you're building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people's lives for generations to come.

Here you'll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

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.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

Nearest Major Market: Denver

Job Segment: Wastewater, Water Treatment, Construction, Design Engineer, Civil Engineer, Engineering

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