Marine Superintendent - Western Job North Vancouver area,Squamish BC Canada,Construction

Location: Squamish

Position Overview

Marine Superintendents at Kiewit play a pivotal role in the successful execution of our marine and heavy civil projects. You will oversee field operations, ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with Kiewit's high standards of quality. This position requires excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills to manage crews effectively and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.

District Overview

Kiewit is one of North America's largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With a rich history of delivering complex and challenging projects, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and the development of our employees. Kiewit's Western Canada District continues to expand it's portfolio in self-performed Marine & Heavy Civil projects utilizing company-owned equipment. This integrated approach allows us to maintain control over critical scopes, ensuring that projects stay on schedule and meet our high standards of quality.

Location

This position will support construction of marine projects across the BC West Coast or at our Marine Yard in Coquitlam, BC. #LI-RP1

Responsibilities

Oversee the organization, scheduling, and execution of marine construction activities, ensuring adherence to project plans, specifications, and timelines.

Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by implementing and monitoring safety policies and procedures, conducting regular safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations.

Ensure all work meets or exceeds quality standards, conducting inspections, and coordinating with quality assurance teams to address any issues promptly.

Monitor project budgets, control costs, and implement strategies to achieve financial objectives. Review and approve expenditures, manage resources efficiently, and participate in financial forecasting.

Lead, mentor, and develop foremen, journeymen, and laborers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Attend meetings to address concerns, provide updates, and ensure client satisfaction.

Maintain accurate records, including daily logs, progress reports, and documentation of any changes to the scope of work. Ensure all performance evaluations are completed in a timely manner for direct reports.

Qualifications

Minimum of 8+ years of experience in marine and heavy civil construction, with a proven track record in a supervisory role.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Strong understanding of marine construction methods, equipment, and materials. Proficiency in reading blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.

Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively, with strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.

In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in construction. Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

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: $153,000 - $158,000

Actual total compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, assigned project, and/or location, and may be above or below this range.

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.

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

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.


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