Superintendent-Underground Pipe-Kiewit Water Facilities South

Kiewit; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Wellness programs

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Superintendant to oversee field construction activities on projects across the region. The role involves supervision of craft workers, adherence to drawings and schedules, and coordination with field engineers to deliver high-quality results.

Travel and relocation may be required as projects demand; collaboration with subcontractors and fellow superintendents is essential to maintain safety, efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the construction industry, including at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity managing piping operations.
• Demonstrated experience with managing trench excavating and excavating plans.
• Experience with underground pipe with existing utilities.
• Comprehensive understanding of union regulations, safety protocols, scheduling, cost control, and engineering documentation.
• Proven ability to supervise and evaluate craft performance effectively, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Must have the ability to be mobile.

Responsibilities

• Supervise craft workers via foremen, managing productivity, safety, quality, and schedules.
• Bridge field engineering and craft to ensure drawings and specs are followed.
• Coordinate with superintendents and subs for smooth project execution.
• Resolve employee conflicts and escalate to management when needed.
• Assist in schedule planning and material/resource allocation.
• Enforce project safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Safety focus

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Superintendent, you will be exposed to a variety of field activities in order to develop your understanding of construction supervision. During your first few years you can expect to spend time learning and working on shop drawings, submittals, schedules, craft supervision, and project documentation. While learning these things you will have the opportunity to travel the country building complex projects that make a profound impact on communities.

District Overview

Kiewit Water Facilities South specializes in constructing water treatment facilities, wastewater treatment facilities, and desalination plants across North America. Because our people receive continuous and extensive training, hands-on experience, and challenging responsibilities from day one, they quickly develop the expertise that has earned our district its reputation as the premier contractor in the southeast United States.

Location

This position could span anywhere in the United States, but current projects are in New Mexico and mainly Texas locations. At Kiewit, we differentiate ourselves through our willingness to adapt and relocate our teams based on project demand, aligning with team members' career aspirations and development plans. This custom-designed approach to your Kiewit journey ensures that you will encounter diverse environments and abundant opportunities, enriching both your professional growth and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive supervisory direction to craft workers through general foremen and foremen, ensuring effective management of productivity, safety, quality, and adherence to schedules.
• Act as a liaison between field engineering and craft, guaranteeing compliance with construction drawings and specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow superintendents and subcontractors, ensuring seamless communication and project execution with Kiewit staff and leadership.
• Address and resolve employee conflicts and grievances, notifying project and corporate management as necessary.
• Assist in strategic schedule planning and resource allocation, determining craft labor levels and material requirements for optimal project performance.
• Uphold and enforce project rules and safety protocols consistently, ensuring compliance with workplace standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the construction industry, including at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity managing piping operations.
• Demonstrated experience with managing trench excavating and excavating plans.
• Experience with underground pipe with existing utilities.
• Comprehensive understanding of various construction disciplines, including union regulations, safety protocols, scheduling, cost control, and engineering documentation.
• Proven ability to supervise and evaluate craft performance effectively, fostering a culture of excellence.
• A strong motivation for excellence, coupled with an initiative to go above and beyond expectations.
• A robust work ethic, exhibiting commitment to completing tasks accurately and efficiently.
• A focus on safety, demonstrating the ability to uphold a culture where everyone goes home safe.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, meeting deadlines and achieving goals.
• Excellent organizational skills, with meticulous attention to detail and time management capabilities.
• Must have the ability to be mobile.

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.