Electrical Superintendent - Kiewit Underground District

Kiewit; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Superintendent to oversee electrical operations on a major underground construction project. This role is vital for ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while managing skilled crews and coordinating with subcontractors. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in electrical management and a commitment to excellence. With opportunities for career growth and travel, this position offers a chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape communities. Join a team that values innovation and dedication in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Plans

Dental and Vision Coverage

Employee Assistance Programs

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Retirement Plans with Matching

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing electrical crews on multi-million dollar projects.
• Proficient in National Electric Code and Medium Voltage Systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure productivity, safety, and quality of assigned labor.
• Coordinate work with subcontractors and staff for smooth workflow.
• Perform Job Safety Analysis before work begins.

Skills

Electrical Management

Safety Compliance

Project Coordination

Team Leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Two Year Technical Degree

Journeyman or Master Electrician License

Tools

Siemens Software

Allen-Bradley Software

Job description

Requisition ID:176238

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Underground District

Department:Field Supervision

Market:Water/Wastewater

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 and may have responsibility for multiple Foreman, and crews. You with be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish the execution of the work, 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.

Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.

District Overview

The Underground District has been constructing underground facilities for over 70 years and is recognized as a leader in the tunneling industry. We have completed more than 100 underground-related projects totaling more than several billion dollars. Our work includes projects related to transportation, water/wastewater, environmental facilities, power, mining, and telecommunications. We incorporate state-of the art technology with proven construction methods to ensure excellence and ongoing success. Kiewit’s decentralized organizational structure allows us to compete both locally and nationally.

Please keep in mind that we are an Underground Construction business, so chances are that the majority of your day will be spent working Underground. Services include TBM Rock, TBM Soft Ground, Sequential Excavation, Drill and Blast, Shaft Excavation, Concrete, Tunnel Rehab, and Numerous Trenchless Methods.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We want to hire you to build your career, - not just for a single project!

In this role, our expectation is to be based on our ongoing Tunneling project in Ellicott City, MD. With relocation available for qualified candidates, not only to this project, but future projects upon completion.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performance of assigned craft labor, including productivity, safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Performs Job Safety Analysis before all work in area of responsibility.
• Provides liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction with drawings and specifications.
• Coordinates work and interfaces effectively with other craft superintendents and subcontractors, as well as staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence.
• Assists in planning work schedule, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, equipment requirements, etc.
• Ensures that procedures and programs are followed consistently, including those involving safety, attendance, and workplace behavior standards as reflected in Company’s non-harassment and nondiscrimination policies.
• Ensures craft time cards are completed to accurately reflect hours worked and cards are submitted to payroll in a timely manner.
• Ensures effective coordination of sub-contractor work undertaken under the electrical scope.
• Advises senior level supervision and project management of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, and other potential issues.
• Assists in circumventing/resolving and preventing reoccurrence of such problems.

Qualifications

• Two Year technical degree in construction or an electrical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and technical training.
• Skilled Electrician with at least 7+ years of experience managing electrical crews and running multi-million dollar construction projects.
• Experience managing & coordinating sub-contracts on large underground projects.
• Preferred experience Programing or troubleshooting Siemens or Allen-Bradley software.
• Preferred active Journeyman or Master Electricians License
• Proficient knowledge of the National Electric Code, Medium Voltage Systems and Control Systems.
• Advanced knowledge in NFPA 70E and be able to read and understand electrical construction and controls drawings.
• Must be able to work underground.
  

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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:$120,000/yr -$140,000/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.