Procurement plays an integral role in project outcomes. With material availability, pricing and logistics directly impacting schedules and costs, Kiewit’s procurement and supply chain management experts bring the strategy, scale and experience needed to keep projects moving forward.
We leverage over $10 billion in annual spend over a large network of 22,000 nationwide and local vendors, deep industry expertise and leading procurement technology to help deliver the materials, equipment and services our projects depend on.
Kiewit Supply Network specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries, offering clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to exceed expectations and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.
Kiewit Supply Network supports early project development by identifying supply network risks and providing accurate material, equipment and service pricing. Sourcing is performed globally and domestically to strengthen cost competitiveness.
We assist estimators by benchmarking and modeling cost escalation to help manage commodity risk. This insight allows Kiewit to deliver cost-competitive bids while planning for market variability.
Our supply professionals are embedded with Kiewit engineering and construction teams to integrate lessons learned, real-time feedback and vendor insights — ensuring quality and constructability from planning through execution.
Through our extensive network of qualified global suppliers, we deliver high-performing, cost-effective materials and services. Each vendor is evaluated for capability, safety and quality alignment.
Our Supplier Quality Surveillance (SQS) team performs inspections, quality audits and factory visits to ensure long-lead, high-risk materials meet project requirements and arrive on schedule.
Our contract managers ensure vendors and subcontractors deliver on negotiated terms. We track performance, address issues and process payments to support timely, compliant delivery.
We source and negotiate complex material and subcontractor agreements. Our goal is to mitigate supply risk while creating value for all parties — aligning supplier success with project goals.
Kiewit’s logistics team manages end-to-end transportation, including freight planning, customs compliance, and just-in-time delivery — reducing delays and keeping projects moving.
We coordinate site readiness at startup and efficient closure at project completion. This includes office trailers, utilities, laydowns and ensuring nothing is left behind or wasted.
Our team handles receiving, inspection, inventory control and issue resolution to ensure only conforming materials are used in construction. Materials are tracked from dock to installation.
Site-based buyers manage urgent or specialized material needs during construction. Working closely with centralized teams, they ensure timely procurement at the job level.
Our centralized buyers support multiple projects, reduce relocation costs and leverage spend for volume pricing on common items across the enterprise.
Kiewit’s Supply Network’s new vendor initiative is engaging with key vendors across a variety of market segments and formulating partnerships centered on continually improving the integrated performance and capabilities of both parties.
We encourage diverse and local business participation on every project. All qualified firms are given equal opportunity to compete for work and contribute to community impact.
If you’re interested in vendor opportunities with Kiewit Corporation, its affiliates, subsidiaries and joint venture partners — or are already doing business with Kiewit — visit our Business with Us page to learn more about our processes and resources.