Concrete Superintendent - Rocky Mtn Region 1 1

Kiewit•Centennial, CO

8d•$115,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kiewit is recruiting Concrete Superintendents to support projects across the Rocky Mountain and Central regions, with assignments possible in Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, and occasionally Texas. Project durations may range from six months to three to five years. The role may involve travel to different project locations; per diem and paid trips home every two, three, or four weeks are provided for each project assignment. Some projects are starting now, while others are scheduled to start in early 2027. The Concrete Superintendent leads two or more crews and Kiewit’s self-perform concrete operations in the field, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to quality standards. The role plans, coordinates, and supervises concrete activities—including formwork, rebar, embeds, placement, finishing, and curing—on large, complex heavy civil, industrial, and vertical construction projects. The position works with field engineering, other superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, testing laboratories, project staff, and leadership to coordinate construction and meet project milestones. Kiewit’s Central District specializes in heavy civil, structural concrete and bridge, water and wastewater, and power projects. The district self-performs work including earthwork, excavation, grading, drainage, paving, concrete forming and placement, rebar, underground utilities, and storm water and sewer work. Kiewit is an employee-owned construction and engineering organization with more than 33,000 employees and over $18 billion in revenue. The position is a field role that may require work at varying locations and under varying conditions, overtime, and weekends as needed. Base compensation is $115,000–$150,000, with actual compensation varying according to factors such as education, experience, skills, and location. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans, wellness and employee assistance programs, life and disability insurance, retirement plans with matching, and paid time off.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field and at least five years of concrete supervision experience on heavy civil, industrial, or power projects overseeing self-performed work; alternatively, at least ten years of concrete supervision experience if no degree.
Advanced knowledge of construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings, and other project documents.
Strong knowledge of formwork systems, including Peri, Doka, or EFCO, rebar installation, and concrete placement.
Proven ability to lead and motivate craft workers in a self-perform environment.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and lift plans.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance on concrete-related work.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work as a team member or independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
High motivation, initiative, a strong work ethic, commitment to ethics and integrity, and a passion for safety and excellence.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, warning signs, equipment-use directions, and other policies.
Regular, reliable attendance; ability to work productively, meet deadlines, and communicate professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
Willingness to work at different locations and states in the Central U.S., where conditions may vary, and to work overtime and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing concrete pours for mass foundations.
Experience overseeing shoring plans for elevated roadway decks, bridge structures, and complex power-station facility slabs.
Experience coordinating concrete placement for cast-in-place piles, caissons, and large grade beams or piping caps for bridges.
Knowledge of subgrade and mud slabs for structural rebar placement.
Understanding of high-precision embeds and anchor-bolt placement.
Experience with paving and linear infrastructure such as runways, highways, or retaining walls.
Experience on a Kiewit or similar large-scale EPC, heavy civil, or industrial project.
ACI certifications, OSHA 30, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Supervise craft workers through general foremen and foremen, managing productivity, safety, quality, and schedule adherence for concrete work.
Ensure formwork, rebar, embeds, and placement activities meet Kiewit standards; provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to crews.
Promote Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” safety culture and lead daily safety briefings, task hazard analyses, and crew huddles.
Liaise between field engineering and craft workers to ensure compliance with construction drawings and specifications, and review work for constructability and accuracy.
Coordinate with other superintendents, subcontractors, Kiewit staff, and leadership to maintain workflow and schedule adherence.
Develop detailed pour plans, sequencing plans, and look-ahead schedules; coordinate concrete operations with the General Superintendent or Construction Manager and overall project milestones.
Maintain daily reports documenting manpower, equipment, quantities, and progress.
Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, and inform project and corporate management as appropriate.
Coordinate with suppliers, testing laboratories, and trucks; manage equipment and ensure materials are delivered, staged, and installed correctly.
Ensure project rules, procedures, and programs are consistently followed, including safety, attendance, and workplace behavior standards.
Ensure compliance with Kiewit safety policies, OSHA standards, and project-specific requirements.
Supervise and evaluate craft performance on concrete-related work.
Work safely and effectively, follow instructions and policies, and organize work to meet deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required.

Benefits

Medical insurance plans covering eligible employees and dependents
Dental insurance plans covering eligible employees and dependents
Vision insurance plans covering eligible employees and dependents
Voluntary wellness programs
Employee assistance programs
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement plans with matching
Paid time off
Per diem and paid trips home every two, three, or four weeks for each project assignment