Requisition ID: 173287
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Energy Canada District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: OGC
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Structural Superintendent (Steel) you will play a significant part in the success for Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor and may have responsibility for multiple Foreman, and/or laborers/craft workers. You with be responsible for the organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specifications, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish the execution of the work, either directly or through General Foremen or Foremen. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architects/engineers, suppliers, subcontractors, and job site staff.
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we’re boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.
District Overview
Kiewit Energy Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. We are a major industrial contractor that work on projects that involve construction of oil & gas facilities such as oilsands processing, including steam–assisted gravity drainage facilities, upgrading & refining, midstream facilities, power & co-generation, terminal projects (ex. LNG, LPG, etc.), and major mine developments. We also have a Modular Yard facility in Edmonton, Alberta. Our engineering branch is a leading-edge division that offers innovative engineering services for our current projects and new pursuits in Canada. Our design services group are based in Calgary and Houston offering expertise in process, piping, mechanical, electrical and civil/structural disciplines.
Location
We are primarily looking for superintendents in the Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB region.
One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
- Form and lead an effective team, delegating responsibilities and setting goals
- Assist in the hiring, training and development of craft personnel (laborers, ironworkers, foremen etc.)
- Develop and maintain open communications with crews, Field Engineers/Coordinators, Safety, Quality, and clients
- Assist in preparing work plans and scheduling in determining manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
- Examine/inspect field conditions and troubleshoot problems, correct inaccuracies, and implement cost saving measures
- Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines for job, and ensure that cost control measures are being followed
- Monitor job safety, and provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel
- Monitor standards of all jobs and ensure that all technical specifications are being met
- Develop entire job schedules, 90-day schedules, and three-week schedules
- Monitor job schedule and coordinate work with contractors and deliveries with suppliers and ensure inspections
- are scheduled appropriately
- Advise senior-level superintendents and/or project management of potential issues, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc. Assist in resolving such issues as required
- Perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor
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Qualifications
- 6+ years' construction experience with 1+ years being in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity in structural steel construction for industrial projects
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- 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.
- Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
- Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
- Understanding of cost management processes, planning and scheduling
Other Requirements:
• 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.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
