Senior Project Superintendent - Building Group

Kiewit Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking Superintendents for its Building Group to lead Advanced Technologies EPC construction projects nationwide. You will oversee safety, quality, productivity, and scheduling across electrical, MEP, civil, and structural disciplines, coordinating with trades, engineers, and suppliers.

The role requires relocation to project sites, strong leadership, and a proven track record in large-scale construction. Kiewit offers strong benefits, growth, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction industry experience.
• Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Experience as General Contractor overseeing subs and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead direction of craft personnel via foreman or leads, ensuring safety, quality and schedule adherence.
• Act as liaison between field engineering and project craft to ensure drawings and specs compliance.
• Coordinate with fellow superintendents, subcontractors, and Kiewit staff to keep workflow on track.
• Resolve personnel conflicts, grievances, and scheduling issues, escalating as needed.
• Assist in schedule planning, determine craft labor needs, material quantities, and equipment requirements.
• Ensure adherence to safety, attendance, and workplace behavior policies as per company guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Construction supervision

Communication

Schedule planning

Job description

Requisition ID: 183172

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are adding Superintendents to our Kiewit Building Group to support our growing project portfolio around the country. As an Superintendent for us, you will lead and supervise all aspects of these advanced technologies projects and industrial EPC construction projects. We are looking for Superintendents in all disciplines (Electrical, MEP, Civil, Structural). In this role your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Perform daily inspections of work for Safety, Quality and Productivity with our subcontract and trade partners for Industrial Buildings. Assure proper planning and communication is happening for all operations that you oversee. Identify and solve problems that arise. Establish budgetary guidelines for the job and ensure that cost control measures are being followed. Provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel. Establish quality standards of all jobs and ensure that all quality assurance and company standards are being met. Develop and manage job schedules (e.g. three-week, 90-day, man loading), coordinate work with other crafts, departments, contractors and suppliers.

ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees. Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services.

Location

The initial project location will be in the Denver, CO area. We provide relocation to the project or per diem/trips home options. You must be willing to work at the site full time for the duration of the project.

Responsibilities

• Lead direction of craft personnel via internal or external general foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence
• Act as liaison between field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications
• Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence
• Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate
• Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
• Ensure project rules, 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

Qualifications

• Ability to travel and relocate as needed
• 10+ years’ work experience in the construction industry, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory role
• Previous knowledge/experience in vertical building setting required, and experience working as the General Contractor overseeing subs and trade partners is required.
• Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings and other documents
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

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.

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