Superintendent - Kiewit Building Group

Kiewit•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

A Superintendent at Kiewit Building Group is a senior field leadership role responsible for overseeing project execution, including planning, resource allocation, schedules, budgets, safety, quality, and workforce development. Kiewit Building Group works on a range of facilities, including office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail, special-use facilities, and interior construction with tenant improvements. Its services include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist, turn-key project development, and preconstruction project management. The role may be based on projects in Lyon County, Minnesota, or Wichita, Kansas. Kiewit relocates teams according to available work and team members’ development plans, skills, and career goals. The Superintendent must be able to travel and relocate as needed, including traveling on a per-diem turnaround or relocating to a hub location. Work may occur at various locations and under varying conditions. Normal operating hours apply, with overtime and weekend work required as needed.

Requirements

At least 7 years of work experience in the construction industry, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
Previous knowledge or experience in a vertical building setting.
Advanced knowledge of construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings, and other project documents.
Ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance.
Ability to travel and relocate as needed, including traveling on per-diem turnaround or relocating to a hub location.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
Motivation, initiative, a passion for excellence, and a strong work ethic.
Commitment to ethics and integrity.
Passion for safety and ability to help ensure nobody gets hurt.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment-use instructions, and other policies.

Responsibilities

Provide supervisory direction to craft personnel, directly or through internal or external general foremen, and manage productivity, safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
Serve as a liaison between field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance with construction drawings and specifications.
Coordinate and work effectively with other superintendents, subcontractors, Kiewit staff, and leadership to support workflow and schedule adherence.
Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate.
Assist with schedule planning and determine craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements.
Ensure consistent compliance with project rules, procedures, and programs, including safety, attendance, workplace behavior, and the company’s non-harassment and nondiscrimination policies.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines; communicate professionally; follow instructions and policies; and perform work safely and effectively.
Work overtime and weekends as required.