Superintendent - Water/Wastewater Construction

Kiewit; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Superintendent to oversee construction operations in New York. This role involves managing project schedules, ensuring cost control, and fostering positive relationships with clients and subcontractors. Ideal candidates will have over five years of construction experience, including leadership roles in water and wastewater projects. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for motivated professionals looking to make a significant impact in the construction field.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction operations and manage multiple foremen.
• Develop and implement plans for project completion and turnover.

Skills

Construction Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Construction Management Software

Job description

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Position Overview

As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor overseeing construction project operations and may have responsibility for multiple foremen, and/or laborers/craft workers. You with be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, 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.

Requisition ID: 176031

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Eastern 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 overseeing construction project operations and may have responsibility for multiple foremen, and/or laborers/craft workers. You with be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish project goals, 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.

District Overview

This position will support Kiewit’s Jett Industries Inc, a leading general contractor specializing in the construction and modification of water and wastewater treatment facilities. Jett has been completing projects throughout New York State and New York City since 1985.

Location

This position will be based on one of our Water or Wastewater projects in New York and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Act as a field supervisor overseeing construction operations on the project.
• Mentor and help to grow junior superintendents and other direct reports.
• Review and approve the balance of foremen, journeymen, and laborer’s composite labor rates.
• Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication).
• Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site.
• Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with client for problem resolution and planning.
• Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections.
• Review, approve, and negotiate change orders.
• Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover.
• Create, update, review, and maintain daily reports and logs for record keeping purposes.
• Ensure that all performance evaluations are completed and documented in a timely fashion for direct reports.
• Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, and/or staff changes as needed.
• Review, approve, and/or reject promotions up to General Foremen.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience with at least 2 years being in a superintendent/leadership capacity supporting construction operations.
• Experience working on water and wastewater treatment and/or process plant construction projects.
• 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.
• Ability to travel as needed.
  
  
  

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: $100,000 - $155,000

(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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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