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Superintendent - Heavy Civil Construction

Kiewit • Akron, OH • 4h ago

Requisition ID: 177336

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Eastern District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor overseeing construction project operations and may have responsibility for multiple foremen, and/or laborers/craft workers. You with be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, either directly or through general foreman or foreman. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architect/engineer, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite staff.

District Overview

Kiewit's Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit's Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America - and maybe even beyond. Eastern District's work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

Responsibilities

Act as a field supervisor overseeing construction operations on the project.

Mentor and help to grow junior superintendents and other direct reports.

Review and approve the balance of foremen, journeymen, and laborer's composite labor rates.

Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication).

Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site.

Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with client for problem resolution and planning.

Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections.

Review, approve, and negotiate change orders.

Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover.

Create, update, review, and maintain daily reports and logs for record keeping purposes.

Ensure that all performance evaluations are completed and documented in a timely fashion for direct reports.

Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, and/or staff changes as needed.

Review, approve, and/or reject promotions up to General Foremen.

Qualifications

5+ years of construction experience with at least 2 years being in a superintendent/leadership capacity supporting construction operations.

Experience working on water and wastewater treatment and/or process plant construction projects.

Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit's policies, procedures, and software programs.

Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.

Excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Strong experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration.

Ability to travel as needed.

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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: $130,000 - $167,000/yr

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

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.

Company: Kiewit

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