Boilermaker Superintendent - Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

As a Boilermaker Superintendent, you will lead field operations for boilermaker and mechanical activities on power generation and industrial construction projects. You will oversee craft teams and field leadership while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and according to project and quality requirements. Kiewit Power Constructors provides direct-hire construction services for power generation utilizing a union craft force. The district builds major EPC power plant and solar projects throughout North America. This position is based out of Lenexa, Kansas. The role may involve work at various locations and in varying conditions, with overtime and weekend work as required.

Requirements

At least 8 years of construction experience, including at least 3 years in a superintendent or field leadership role.
Strong boilermaker experience within power generation or heavy industrial construction.
Knowledge of boiler erection, maintenance, pressure parts, and mechanical equipment installation.
Hands-on experience with structural steel, ductwork, welding, fit-up, and rigging operations.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and work packages.
Knowledge of applicable ASME requirements, welding procedures, and quality standards.
Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and construction safety practices.
Experience managing craft labor, productivity, scheduling, and field execution.
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with project management, engineering, clients, subcontractors, and craft teams.

Responsibilities

Lead general foremen, foremen, field engineers, and boilermaker craft personnel.
Oversee boiler erection, maintenance, pressure parts, structural steel, ductwork, and mechanical installations.
Plan manpower, equipment, materials, and daily construction activities.
Monitor productivity, schedules, labor costs, and project progress.
Review drawings, specifications, work packages, and construction plans.
Coordinate with engineering, quality, safety, subcontractors, and project management.
Ensure welding, fit-up, rigging, and installations meet project quality requirements.
Lead field planning and resolve construction issues and work constraints.
Maintain accurate daily reports, manpower records, and field documentation.
Support inspections, testing, system turnover, punch lists, and project closeout.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance and work productively to meet deadlines.
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, and work overtime and weekends as required.