Concrete Superintendent - Eastern District

Requisition ID: 180183

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Eastern District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Our Concrete Superintendent leads Kiewit's self‑perform concrete operations in the field, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all concrete activities-including formwork, rebar, embeds, placement, finishing, and curing-on large, complex heavy civil, industrial, and vertical construction projects. The Concrete Superintendent plays a critical role in maintaining Kiewit's reputation for delivering challenging work on time, on budget, and with an uncompromising commitment to safety.

District Overview

Kiewit's Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC. We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit's Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.

Location

Kiewit is a company that goes where the work is, which means a career with us can take you and your family to exciting parts of North America - and maybe even beyond. Eastern District's work predominately exists within the Great Lakes Area, Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast. Job assignment location will be determined closer to your start date. Must be able to travel and relocate as frequently as business needs require. These projects are happening in large cities and small towns, so you have a chance to experience it all!

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory direction of craft workers via the general foreman and foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence for all concrete related work. Ensure formwork, rebar, embeds, and placement activities meet Kiewit standards, providing clear direction, coaching and mentorship to crews. Champion Kiewit's "Nobody Gets Hurt" safety culture
• Liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications, review for constructability and accuracy. Lead daily safety bridfings, task hazard analysis and crew huddles.
• Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence. Develop detailed pour plans, sequencing and look ahead schedules. Coordinate with General Superintendent/Construction Manager to align concrete operations with overall project milestones. Maintain daily reports, including manpower, equipment, quantities, and progress.
• Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate
• Coordinate with suppliers, testing labs, and trucks, management equipment, and ensure materials are delivered, staged and installed correctly.
• 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. Ensure compliance with Kiewit Safety policies, OSHA standards and project specific requirements.

Qualifications

5+ years' concrete supervision experience on heavy civil, industrial or power projects.

Previous knowledge/experience in heavy civil construction setting required

Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings and other documents

Strong knowledge of formwork systems (Peri, Doka, EFCO, etc.), rebar installation, and concrete placement

Proven ability to lead and motivate craft workers in a self‑perform environment

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and lift plans

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills

Experience on Kiewit or similar large‑scale EPC, heavy civil, or industrial project

ACI certifications, OSHA 30, or equivalent.

Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance performing concrete related work.

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.

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.

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: $110,000/yr - $130,000/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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.