Traveling Equipment Superintendent – Field Ops Leader

Kiewit (Canada); Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Equipment Services is seeking a Traveling Equipment Superintendent to coordinate and execute equipment activities across construction projects. The role emphasizes field leadership, maintenance readiness, safety, and cost control.

You will lead a team, develop training, retain personnel, and report equipment recap to senior management. Expect travel up to 90% to project sites and assignments across districts.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or construction management or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in a mechanical-related field with construction exposure.
• Tunneling experience preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety and federal/provincial requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and basic computer proficiency.
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior; willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership and manage equipment maintenance and readiness.
• Ensure safety and quality through supervision and example.
• Control and track all aspects of equipment cost.
• Provide equipment recap reports to senior management.
• Train, develop, and motivate direct and indirect reports and maintain team cohesion.
• Coordinate work with other team members and document maintenance in systems.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Engineering knowledge

Construction methods

Computer skills

Organization & time management

Travel willingness

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Job description

Kiewit Equipment Services is seeking a Traveling Equipment Superintendent to coordinate and execute equipment activities across construction projects. The role emphasizes field leadership, maintenance readiness, safety, and cost control.

You will lead a team, develop training, retain personnel, and report equipment recap to senior management. Expect travel up to 90% to project sites and assignments across districts.