Traveling Equipment Superintendent - Kiewit Equipment Services

Kiewit; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Equipment Services seeks an Traveling Equipment Superintendent to coordinate maintenance and readiness of a large fleet across projects. This role requires leading field teams, ensuring safety, and providing equipment cost reporting to management.

Expect up to 90% travel to project sites. Strong mechanical background and building robust teams are essential to meet project needs and timelines.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in mechanical/construction field.
• 5+ years mechanical experience in related field.
• Willingness to travel up to 90% to project sites.
• Knowledge of construction safety and federal/provincial requirements.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide field leadership and management of equipment maintenance and readiness for project needs.
• Ensure safety and quality performance through leadership and supervision.
• Control and track all equipment costs.
• Provide equipment recap reports to senior management.
• Coach, develop, and motivate direct and indirect reports; maintain morale.
• Maintain team cohesion across district and venture partners.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Field leadership

Project coordination

Cost control

Safety compliance

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Data systems

Job description

Position Overview

Kiewit has a large and diverse equipment fleet. Maintenance of such a large and expensive fleet requires a well‑structured and properly executed maintenance program which involves the participation of everyone on the project. The Equipment Superintendent is responsible for coordinating, facilitating, and executing equipment activities in support of all construction projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Equipment Services (KES) helps to ensure the profitability of Kiewit projects through improved equipment utilization and mechanical reliability by delivering world‑class equipment and service.

Location

For this Traveling Equipment Superintendent role, expect up to 90% travel to and from the project site.

Responsibilities

Technical

• 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
• Control and track all aspects of equipment cost
• Provide 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

Administrative

• Provide senior management with equipment recap reports
• 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

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or similar type experience in a construction related position that provides the knowledge and experience required for this position
• Must possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in mechanical related field
• Tunneling experience preferred
• Knowledge of construction safety and current federal and provincial requirements
• Broad knowledge of engineering and construction methods
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer skills
• Exhibits integrity and ethical behavior in all things; understands Kiewit ethics policy of knowing and acting within policies and practices
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Willingness, ability, and enthusiasm for travel, sometimes on short notice
• Must be a self‑starter and highly motivated with the desire to do what it takes to get the job done

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

Benefits

We offer our full‑time 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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.