Welding Superintendent - Industrial Construction (Edmonton)

Welding Superintendent - Industrial Construction (Edmonton)

19 Apr
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Kiewit
|
Edmonton

19 Apr

Kiewit

Edmonton

Requisition ID:
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Energy Canada District
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Superintendent you will play a significant part in the success of Kiewit. You will function as a field supervisor and may have responsibility for multiple foremen and/or laborers/craft workers. You will be responsible for organization, work methods, scheduling, cost control, conformity with drawings and specifications, 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 job site staff.

District Overview

Kiewit Energy Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. We are a major industrial contractor working on projects that involve construction of oil & gas facilities such as oilsands processing, including 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 current projects and new pursuits in Canada. Our design services team is based in Calgary and Houston offering expertise in process, piping, mechanical, electrical and civil/structural disciplines.

Location

We are primarily looking for superintendents in the Edmonton, AB and Calgary, AB region.

Responsibilities

- Mentor and help to grow Jr.



Superintendents
- Review and approve the balance of foremen, journeymen and laborers’ composite labor rates
- 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 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 Foreman

Qualifications

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

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive advantages 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 employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

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📌 Welding Superintendent - Industrial Construction (Edmonton)
🏢 Kiewit
📍 Edmonton

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