Utilities Superintendent

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind‑power plants, dams & industrial. They serve the construction and mining industries and operate in Eastern Canada. The initial assigned location for this role is Oakville. 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 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 Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication). Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site. Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with client for problem resolution and planning. Oversee and approve the monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections. Review, approve and negotiate change orders. Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover. Maintain daily diary for record keeping purposes. Ensure that all performance evaluations and completions are done in a timely fashion for direct reports. Recommend, where appropriate, organizational, policy and procedural or staff changes. Mentor and help to grow Jr. Superintendents. Review and approve the balance of Foremen, journeymen and laborer’s composite labor rates. Qualifications 10+ years’ construction experience with 3+ years in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity (preferably on infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, dams, water/wastewater treatment plants, etc.). Experience in underground wet utilities (sewer and watermain) and civil work. Must be a self‑starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to learn and understand Kiewit’s policies, procedures and software programs quickly. 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. Other Requirements Work productively and meet deadlines promptly. 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 full‑time 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. There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come. Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on‑the‑job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities. We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr