Requisition ID: 180052
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Central District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
We are hiring Superintendents to support heavy Civil Construction for projects around the Central US. As a Superintendent, you will be exposed to a variety of field activities to develop your understanding of construction supervision. During your first few years you can expect to spend time learning and working on shop drawings, submittals, schedules, craft supervision, and project documentation. While learning these things you will have the opportunity to travel the country, building complex projects that have a profound impact on communities. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry and not design, with experience and interest in working in self-perform construction.
District Overview
Kiewit's Central District is one of our largest infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, structural concrete/bridge, water/wastewater, and transportation projects. We self-perform work such as mass grading, excavation, drainage, paving, utility, storm water and sewer systems, hot piping,concrete forming and more - so be ready to get your hands dirty! While headquartered in Lone Tree Colorado, the majority of our work is concentrated in the Central and South-Central regions of the United States. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry rather than design.
Location
At Kiewit, we hire for a career in Heavy Civil Construction. 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. This team supports projects across the Central US. While working for us, you may support projects that vary in duration, in any of the following states: CO, MT, SD, ND, MN, NM, IA, KS, NE, MO, MS, WY, TN, or KY, during your career. We provide per diem and paid trips home for our projects, and relocation to projects for longer term projects.
Responsibilities
• Provide supervisory direction of craft workers via the general foreman and foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence for Heavy Civil infrastructure projects, which includes excavation, tree clearing, mass grading, cut/fill, asphalt/paving, concrete forms/pours, rebar, Utilities, storm systems/drainage, and piping
• Liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications
• Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence
• Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate
• Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
• Ensure project rules, procedures and programs are followed consistently, including those involving safety, attendance, and workplace behavior standards as reflected in Company's non-harassment and nondiscrimination policies
Qualifications
• 5+ years' work experience in the construction industry, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory role overseeing heavy Civil operations. Experience with Self-perform construction/earthwork for Highway, Bridge, Aviation, Transit, Industrial Facilities and Power highly desired. Experience in heavy civil construction is required.
• Degree in construction management or related field is preferred, but if no degree, must have 10 years in construction, performing functions as outlined above.
• Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings and other documents
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• 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
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
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. Willing to go where the work is.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
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Working Conditions
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.
Base Compensation: $93,456/yr - $140,000
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
This posting will be active from: 07/11/2026 - 08/30/2026
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.
