Electrical Superintendent - Energy Construction

Kiewit; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy construction is seeking an Electrical Superintendent in Calgary. This mid-level position involves mentoring junior staff, managing contracts, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive electrical construction experience and proven leadership skills, contributing to major industrial projects.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 6+ years' electrical construction experience, including 1+ years in a supervisory role.
• Self-motivated and highly organized.
• Strong leadership and safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop Jr. Superintendents.
• Manage contract administration and client relations.
• Oversee job cost updates and cash flow projections.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Planning

Contract Management

Job description

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Electrical Superintendent - Energy Construction

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA

Requisition ID:176409

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Energy Canada District

Department:Field Supervision

Market:OGC

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

District Overview

Kiewit Energy Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. We are a major industrial contractor working on projects involving the construction of oil & gas facilities such as oilsands processing, steam–assisted gravity drainage facilities, upgrading & refining, midstream facilities, power & co-generation, terminal projects (e.g., LNG, LPG), and major mine developments. We also have a Modular Yard in Edmonton, Alberta. Our engineering division offers innovative services for current and future projects in Canada, with design expertise in process, piping, mechanical, electrical, and civil/structural disciplines based in Calgary and Houston.

Location

We are primarily seeking superintendents in the Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB regions. Our culture is dynamic; we relocate teams based on project needs, aligning with individual development plans, skills, and career goals, creating a tailored career experience.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and develop Jr. Superintendents
• Review and approve labor rates for Foremen, journeymen, and laborers
• Manage contract administration, including subcontractor meetings
• Develop client relations programs involving onsite staff
• Participate in client meetings for problem resolution and planning
• Oversee monthly job cost updates and cash flow projections
• Review, negotiate, and approve change orders
• Create and execute project completion and turnover plans
• Maintain daily diaries for record keeping
• Conduct timely performance evaluations for direct reports
• Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, or staff changes
• Review and approve or reject promotions up to General Foremen

Qualifications

• 6+ years' electrical construction experience, including 1+ years in a supervisory/leadership role, preferably in industrial projects like oil/gas or renewable energy
• Self-motivated, highly organized, with minimal supervision required
• Quick learner of Kiewit’s policies, procedures, and software
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership, safety, negotiation, planning, and contract management experience

Other Requirements:

• Reliable attendance
• Timely work delivery and meeting deadlines
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Adherence to safety policies and instructions
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and at various locations

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we consider military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.