Superintendent - tunneling - united states, meymaneh
requisition id: 143039
job level: senior level
department: construction operations
market: transportation
employment type: full time
position overview
as a superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success of the underground district by directly managing the execution of field operations. we rely on superintendents to set the highest expectations among their crew(s) for safety, quality, schedule, cost performance and team development. every day you will bring your hands-on attitude to work on some of north americas most unique projects and build builders who will continue to shape our infrastructure for generations to come.our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too. 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.
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district overview
the underground district has been constructing underground facilities (tunneling, deep foundations) since 1949, and has completed more than 100 underground-related projects totaling more than $1b. looking for hands-on, engineers excited to be both in the field and office supporting project and estimating work.
location
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 teams
• lead daily field operations for conventional tunneling, tbm, or trenchless operations.
• develop and maintain open communication with crews, field engineers/coordinators, safety, quality, and clients.
• assist in preparing work plans and scheduling to determine manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements.
• examine/inspect field conditions, troubleshoot problems, correct inaccuracies, and implement cost saving measures.
• monitor and manage cost vs budget.
• monitor job safety and provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel.
• monitor quality standards and ensure that technical specifications are being met. ensure inspections are scheduled appropriately.
• assist with developing job schedules, 90 day schedules, and three week schedules. monitor job schedule and coordinate work with contractors and suppliers.
• advise senior level superintendents and/or project management of potential problems, safety issues, schedule difficulties, etc. assist in resolving such problems as required.
qualifications
• 7+ years of experience in heavy civil contract plans, specifications, applicable codes and jurisdictional requirements.
• experience in construction of conventional tunnels, tbm, micro tunnels, or trenchless.hdd experience a plus
• understanding of cost management processes, planning, and scheduling
• experience working in a team setting and directing/reviewing the work of others
• highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
• passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
• strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• the physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions and move objects up to 30 pounds
• ability and desire to travel and relocate as business requires. project assignments may involve full relocation or temporary assignments facilitated by a turnaround schedule.
• ability to work in the united states without sponsorship, both now and in the future
additional requirements:
absent an approved exemption, due to federal, state, local, provincial and/or client-requirements, this position may require an individual to be fully vaccinated by an fda-approved or authorized covid-19 vaccine or undergo weekly testing upon hire and as a condition of continued employment.
we are an equal opportunity employer. employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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