Kiewit Corporation

Superintendent - Kiewit Foundations District

Kiewit Corporation$138K — $144K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in deep foundations, including both large and small diameter work.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex construction projects.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
  • Experience in heavy civil construction and geotechnical systems is preferred.
  • Willingness to travel between projects as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee field operations for deep foundation projects, including drilled shafts and piles.
  • Supervise crews and subcontractors to ensure safe, timely, and budget-conscious execution.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients on project scope and deliverables.
  • Manage equipment, materials, and logistics for foundation installations.
  • Enforce safety protocols and quality control procedures.
  • Mentor and support field staff, promoting a culture of safety and growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
  • Voluntary wellness programs and employee assistance programs.
  • Life insurance and disability benefits.
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 177756

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Foundations Co

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Foundations Co. is seeking an experienced Superintendent with hands-on expertise in deep foundation systems. This includes large-diameter drilled shafts for heavy infrastructure projects and small-diameter pile installations for tight-access or retrofit environments.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency and field leadership, effectively navigating geotechnical challenges across diverse project scopes. This role requires a proven ability to manage complex construction operations, uphold rigorous safety and quality standards, and drive successful project outcomes.

District Overview

Kiewit Foundations District specializes in geotechnical solutions, including deep foundations, ground improvement, and earth retention systems. We boast a large and modern fleet of specialized equipment to handle any project efficiently. A strong local presence allows us to quickly mobilize resources and provide high-quality service.

Location

Rotational travel to the job site is required for this position. One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which provides your career with abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the available work, along with 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

  • Oversee field operations for deep foundation projects, including drilled shafts, piles, and other geotechnical systems.
  • Supervise crews and subcontractors to ensure safe, timely, and budget-conscious execution.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to align on scope and deliverables.
  • Manage equipment, materials, and logistics for large and small diameter foundation installations.
  • Enforce safety protocols and quality control procedures.
  • Mentor and support field staff, fostering a culture of safety, performance, and growth.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in deep foundations, including both large and small diameter work.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to manage complex construction projects.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
  • Experience in heavy civil construction and geotechnical systems is preferred.
  • Willingness to travel between projects as needed.


Working Conditions

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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.

Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $144,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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