Superintendent, Concrete Structures - Western Canada District

Kiewit; Vancouver; On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in heavy civil projects across Canada. This exciting role offers the opportunity to oversee concrete construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will lead a dedicated team, solve problems as they arise, and interact with clients and stakeholders to meet project requirements. This position not only promises a rewarding career but also the chance to make a lasting impact on communities by contributing to essential infrastructure projects. If you are motivated and passionate about construction, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong skills in safety compliance, quality control, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of concrete structure construction and ensure quality standards.
• Supervise concrete construction teams and enforce safety policies.

Skills

Construction Management

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Communication

Scheduling and Planning

Education

8+ years of construction experience

Experience in Superintendent/Leadership capacity

Tools

Kiewit’s software programs

Job description

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA

Requisition ID: 172822

Job Level: Senior Level

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

District Overview & Location

Kiewit’s Western Canada District is headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia. We primarily perform heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, bridges, water resources, and underground utilities. Our current opportunities are spread across the entire West Coast of Canada including local and rotation projects within British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, and the United States. Frequent travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Manage the daily operations of concrete structure construction, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and coordinate the activities of the concrete construction team, including foremen, subcontractors, and laborers. Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure team members perform their tasks safely and efficiently.
• Safety Compliance: Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on the job site. Ensure all team members adhere to Kiewit's safety policies and procedures. Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections.
• Quality Control: Implement and oversee quality control measures to ensure that all concrete work meets project specifications and industry standards. Perform regular inspections and address any issues promptly.
• Scheduling and Planning: Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders. Ensure that resources, including materials and equipment, are available as needed.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process. Implement solutions that minimize delays and cost overruns.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of daily activities, progress, and any incidents that occur on the job site. Provide regular updates to project management and other stakeholders.
• Client Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and engineers to ensure project requirements are understood and met. Address any concerns or changes in project scope.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' construction experience with 3+ years being in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity (preferably working on infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, dams, water/wastewater treatment plants, etc.)
• 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.

Other Requirements:

• 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: $145,000 - $155,000

• Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location.
• We offer our full-time 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.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.