Area Manager - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

Requisition ID: 179959 Job Level: Executive Home District/Group: Kiewit Energy District Department: Field Operations Market: OGC Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview Kiewit Energy District is looking for a successful Area Manager that will be responsible for project development, estimate, and project sponsorship for EPC projects to the Oil, Gas, & Chemical Construction market. He or She will develop and maintain trusting relationships with key client decision makers. The candidate will need to be able to lead a team to develop accurate EPC estimates with appropriate risk analysis and winning execution strategies. He or She will be responsible for kicking off projects once awarded and provide oversight and direction for the project team with regard to safety, quality, project controls, financials, and client relationship partnering to assure a successful project. Candidate will need the capacity to manage several estimates and projects simultaneously in the $100M to $1B size range or single $1B+ estimates and projects. Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether weu2019re building a small compressor station or a multi-billion dollar LNG project, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. Thereu2019s a reason Kiewit/TIC attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you wonu2019t find anywhere else. District Overview Kiewit Energy U.S. is the center of our Oil, Gas and Chemical market. Our team provides comprehensive engineering, procurement and construction services to the oil, gas, refining chemicals, petrochemicals, biofuels and other process industries. We aim to position ourselves as the company's experts in EPC coordination for all aspects of Kiewit's oil, gas and chemical operations across the United States. A new employeeu2019s initial work assignments complement their previous work experiences and education, allowing the new employee to make significant contributions to the project success. Individuals seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record will find employment with Kiewit to be fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefit. Location This position will have home location based in Houston, TX. One of the many things that makes Kiewitu2019s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. Responsibilities The Area Manager has overall accountability for projects throughout the US. As the Area Manager you will act as the representative of the organization, and play a vital leadership role through: u2022 Providing 'championship' for the projects throughout the US. region. u2022 Providing business expertise and guidance to the Project Manager(s). u2022 Acting as the link between the project owners, the business community and key management decision making groups u2022 Acting as an arbitrator and making decisions that may be beyond the authority of the Project Manager u2022 Ensuring that the business need is valid, correctly prioritized and project is properly launched u2022 Ensuring that the projects remains a viable business proposition u2022 Ensuring changes to the projects are properly managed and risks are assessed u2022 Establishing the project organization, roles and reporting structure u2022 Ensuring the project is following all Safety Guidelines and policies u2022 Approving key project deliverables u2022 Initiating project reviews and audits and supporting the process of review with project team u2022 Identify, assess, and inform the District of internal and external risks and issues that affect the business. u2022 Use logic, data and experience to recognize conflicts and facilitate solutions. u2022 Understand and prioritize the overall quality and safety of the project, the methods used to develop it and the end product. u2022 Work closely with Get Work and Build Work teams and other internal departments ensuring maximum exposure of the Companyu2019s capabilities, including an understanding of the offerings of other Kiewit business units and the presentation of those capabilities when appropriate. u2022 Communicate effectively with all stakeholders including the client, vendors, and subcontractors. u2022 Sponsor business development pursuits, key partnerships, strategy, and initiatives, including development and review of proposals and estimates. u2022 Drive business growth through expanding service offerings within existing clients. u2022 Champion communication with clients and promote client partner culture in collaboration with business development team. u2022 Presents ideas in a persuasive and compelling way; gains support and buy-in without demanding it; influences others to the desired course of action. u2022 Actively collaborate in development of business planning and market strategy u2022 Champion innovation and continuous improvement; drive efficiency and productivity and seek ways to improve customer satisfaction and employee engagement. u2022 Identify, evaluate, and mitigate operating risks inherent in the business that could materially impact the companyu2019s reputation and/or operating results. u2022 Build strong relationship with other Operational Leaders of the District and foster effective teamwork between leadership and staff. u2022 Develop our people and provide mentorship to future builders by sharing knowledge, experiences and knowing the companyu2019s learning and developmental resources. Qualifications u2022 Bacheloru2019s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Business preferred. u2022 20+ years of relevant experience in construction or engineering leadership to the Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC) market. u2022 Experienced in contract negotiation in the OGC market for engineering, construction and EPC project work. u2022 Experience preferred in OGC construction operations and/or operations management. u2022 Able to rapidly develop strategies and tactical plans to position Kiewit in these markets. u2022 The successful candidate will be innovative and have the ability to perceive business opportunities and work closely with company management in developing and executing strategies which capitalize on these opportunities. u2022 Must possess a professional demeanor that builds trusting relationships. u2022 Strong client negotiation skills. u2022 Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence in taking initiative. u2022 Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity. u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills. u2022 Interact effectively both professionally and socially with people of all levels. u2022 Aggressive about career advancement through results based performance. u2022 Individual must conduct himself/herself in a manner which will reflect favorably upon the company, enhance its reputation and promote good will. The successful individual will have a reputation for integrity, maturity, and sound business judgment. u2022 Up to 50% travel required. 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 thatu2019s 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. u200b Company: Kiewit

Created: 2026-03-18