Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. Our construction and design engineering teams work on some of the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – whether it’s boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy, or building bridges that connect communities.
We tackle important projects of every size, in any market
As a leader in the construction and engineering industry, we provide top-notch opportunities, a loyal team and vast resources — adding up to an award-winning company. We design and build some of the most remarkable projects throughout North America and Canada. From best workplace awards to top industry rankings, discover what makes us an award-winning company.
- One of the Top 50 Best Workplaces by the Great Place to Work® Institute Canada, 2011-2023
- No. 4 on Engineering News-Record’s list of Top 400 Contractors, 2023
- No. 5 on On-Site Magazine’s list of Top 40 Canadian Contractors, 2022
Facts and figures
In 2023, approximately 475 apprentices and trainees made up our Canadian craft workforce. These individuals span multiple trade disciplines, including:
- Carpenters
- Concrete finishers
- Crane operators
- Electricians
- Equipment operators
- Insulators
- Instrumentation technicians
- Ironworkers
- Laborers
- Mechanics
- Pipefitters
- Scaffolders
- Truck drivers
- Welders
These apprentices and trainees help make up the estimated 2,550 Kiewit craft employees in Canada, of which 40% are ticketed journeymen. Roughly30% of this workforce has been with the organization for more than three years.
Training approach
Kiewit spends an average of $7,500 per employee each year on training and career development, well above the U.S. national average across all industries. Professional certifications and licenses are reimbursed at 100% of the employee’s cost.
Depending on your role, employees can participate in a variety of training programs and training delivery methods. From on-the-job, formal corporate schools and self-directed learning, if you have a willingness to learn and grow, there are countless opportunities to further your development and to help you advance in your career.
At Kiewit, supervisors train and develop employees to take on additional responsibilities to prepare them for their next role and to advance in their careers. For craft employees, supervisors:
- Identify individuals interested in joining apprentice programs.
- Create development plans that expose them to new skills and responsibilities related to their apprentice program and/or industry.
- Provide apprentices with a mentor.
- Ensure mentors know how to train and develop apprentices.
In addition to these efforts, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, supportive work environment for employees of all backgrounds. Groups like our Women in Kiewit initiative help us solidify and strengthen our efforts to attract, retain and develop women who are passionate about the construction and engineering industry.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Advice to prospective apprentices
If you are looking to become an apprentice you should find a mentor, ask questions and don’t be afraid to take on new tasks. Always ask for help when you need it – everything you do will be learning opportunity. As an apprentice it is important that you keep safety top of mind, everyone is responsible for safety at any positions and level.
Kiewit understands the importance of ensuring apprentices have the opportunity to gain well rounded experience, so we put a focus on rotating our craft to new jobs based on experience they have or need to acquire.
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