Traveling Equipment Superintendent – Field Lead & Maintenance

Kiewit (Canada); Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Equipment Services is seeking an Equipment Superintendent to coordinate, facilitate and execute equipment activities across construction projects. The role involves field leadership, safety oversight and cost control for a large fleet.

Travel is extensive as projects shift across locations; a mechanical engineering or construction management background and at least 5 years in a mechanical role are required. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Travel 95% of the time.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent construction experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical related field.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal and provincial requirements.
• Broad knowledge of engineering and construction methods.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exhibits integrity & ethical behavior and follows company ethics policy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness, ability, and enthusiasm for travel, sometimes on short notice.
• Self-starter and highly motivated.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership and management of equipment maintenance and readiness to meet specific project needs.
• Ensure project safety and quality performance through personal example as well as supervision activities.
• Controlling and tracking all aspects of equipment cost.
• Providing senior management with equipment recap reports.
• Accountable for the training, development, coaching and morale of direct and indirect reports.
• Accountable for the retention and engagement of direct and indirect reports.
• Accountable for developing and maintaining team cohesion among district, internal joint venture, and external joint venture partner employees.
• Coordinate work with other co-workers on the job.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor or manager.
• Work within Company data systems to record and track equipment maintenance and utilization.

Skills

Time management

Self-starter

Ethics

Computer skills

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent construction experience

Job description

Kiewit Equipment Services is seeking an Equipment Superintendent to coordinate, facilitate and execute equipment activities across construction projects. The role involves field leadership, safety oversight and cost control for a large fleet.

Travel is extensive as projects shift across locations; a mechanical engineering or construction management background and at least 5 years in a mechanical role are required. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.