Traveling Civil Superintendent - Bridges & Roads Lead

Kiewit; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Wellness program

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Civil Superintendent to oversee field operations on heavy civil projects across the Southeast. You will lead crews, coordinate with subcontractors, manage materials, and ensure safety and quality on a travel-heavy assignment.

The role requires 5+ years in civil construction (2+ in supervision), strong communication, and the ability to relocate as projects demand. Projects include bridges, drainage, and roadwork with a focus on Zero Harm.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; bachelor’s in construction management or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in civil construction with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience operating major grading equipment.
• Experience on bridges, roads or related projects.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel and relocate based on project needs.
• Experience in design-build projects.
• Slope repair experience with large rip rap preferred.
• Experience in mountainous terrain and narrow logistics corridors.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily field activities, including scheduling and equipment management.
• Enforce Zero Harm safety culture and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to meet objectives.
• Monitor progress, quality, and productivity; implement corrective actions.
• Manage material deliveries and maintain inventory to prevent delays.
• Prepare and maintain daily reports and timecards.
• Mentor and develop field staff to build a strong team.

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field (preferred)

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Travel/relocation willingness

Design-build experience

Slope failure repair (rip rap)

Operate major grading equipment

Experience in mountainous terrain

Experience on bridges/roads

Ability to relocate per project needs

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Civil Superintendent to oversee field operations on heavy civil projects across the Southeast. You will lead crews, coordinate with subcontractors, manage materials, and ensure safety and quality on a travel-heavy assignment.

The role requires 5+ years in civil construction (2+ in supervision), strong communication, and the ability to relocate as projects demand. Projects include bridges, drainage, and roadwork with a focus on Zero Harm.