Mechanical Superintendent

Mechanical Superintendent - Energy Construction

Location: Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Superintendent 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 laborers/craft workers. You will be responsible for organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specification, workmanship, and assignment of work to accomplish the execution of the work, either directly or through General Foreman or Foreman. You will also work to maintain positive working relationships with clients, architects/engineers, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite staff.

District Overview

Kiewit Energy Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. We are a major industrial contractor that works on projects that involve construction of oil & gas facilities such as oilsands processing, 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 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.

Responsibilities

- Mentor and help to grow Jr. Superintendents

- Review and approve the balance of Foremen, journeymen and laborer’s composite labor rates

- Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meetings 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 are completed in a timely fashion for direct reports

- Recommend, where appropriate, organizational, policy and procedural or staff changes

- Review and approve or reject promotions up to General Foremen

Qualifications

- 6+ years’ mechanical construction experience with 1+ years in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity (preferably working on industrial projects such as oil/gas facility construction, renewable energy‑related construction, water/wastewater treatment plants, etc.)

- Experience on LNG projects is a strong asset

- Rotating equipment experience is a strong asset

- 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

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

Benefits

Full‑time staff employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes 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.

Equal Opportunity

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Veteran and Military Hiring

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

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