Union Traveling Superintendent (IBEW)

Keeley Construction; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction is looking for an experienced Traveling Superintendent in St. Louis to support our Civil Group. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in large-scale civil construction projects and a strong background in concrete and foundations.

Responsibilities include supervising field crews, overseeing project operations, and maintaining safety compliance. This position requires the ability to interpret construction plans and collaborate with project managers effectively.

Join us to grow your career in a supportive environment that values safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on large-scale civil construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of dirt work, concrete foundations, caissons, and/or vertical drilling.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field crew members, including foremen, carpenters, and laborers.
• Oversee daily project operations to ensure work is completed safely and on time.
• Develop site logistics plans and partner with the Project Manager.

Skills

Leadership skills

Concrete foundations knowledge

Dirt work expertise

Crew management

Work interpretation

Job description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

Our Civil Group is seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to join our growing team. This role supports an ideal leader with a strong background in concrete, foundations, and heavy civil work.

We are an IBEW contractor; however, this is not a lineman position, and no electrical work is performed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support all field crew members, including foremen, carpenters, and laborers
• Oversee daily project operations and ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget
• Develop site logistics plans and partner with the Project Manager on construction methods and sequencing
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and budget field activities
• Maintain strong working relationships with owners, subcontractors, inspectors, and vendors
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company standards and OSHA regulations
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, and applicable DOT standards
• Coordinate subcontractor schedules, pump trucks, and material deliveries
• Inspect and verify receipt and quality of materials

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience on large-scale civil construction projects
• Strong knowledge of dirt work, concrete foundations, caissons, and/or vertical drilling
• Proven leadership and crew management skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedulesGPS knowledge
• OSHA 30-hour Card preferred
• IBEW membership is a plus

Additional Information

• Primary work includes concrete flatwork for substations, drilled shafts, and general civil/infrastructure projects
• Employment is subject to the terms of the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement
• All candidates must successfully complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screening

EOE/AA M/F/Disabled/Vet

All Keeley companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.