Superintendent - Transportation/Infrastructure

Kiewit • Honolulu, HI

66d • $115,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent will oversee and manage all construction activities on our infrastructure and water projects. This role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in civil engineering, project management, and team coordination. The ideal candidate will ensure that all civil work is completed safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality. Kiewit’s Southern California District is one of Kiewit’s leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil projects that include earth moving, water/wastewater, transportation, roadways, and power projects. Most of our work is concentrated in the Southern California region.

Requirements

• 3+ years of construction experience with 3+ years in a Superintendent/leadership capacity
• Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings and other documents
• Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit’s policies, procedures and software programs.
• Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong experience in Leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration
• Ability to access all areas on a construction project site
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Associated or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate all civil activities on assigned projects.
• Supervise and mentor civil crews, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Ensure all mechanical work meets project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor and control project costs, ensuring efficient use of resources and materials, and approve monthly job cost updates.
• Identify and resolve any mechanical issues or challenges that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, addressing any concerns and providing regular project updates.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, schedules, and change orders.
• Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
• Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management)
• Mentor and help to grow fellow Kiewit staff through performance evaluations

Benefits

• 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
• generous paid time off
• relocation assistance
• per diem
• paid trips home

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree