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Superintendent jobs at Kiewit sit at the center of large-scale energy construction projects, overseeing field crews, subcontractors, and project execution on everything from power generation to transmission infrastructure. Kiewit sponsors visas across multiple categories for this function, making it a realistic target for international candidates with hands-on construction leadership experience.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 181353
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Foundations Co
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success of Kiewit Foundations Co. by directly managing the execution of field operations. We rely on superintendents to set the highest expectations for their crew(s) for safety, quality, schedule, cost performance, and team development. Every day, you will bring your hands-on attitude to not only work on some of North America's largest and most unique projects but also to build builders who will continue to shape our infrastructure for generations to come. A strong technical and practical background in specialty foundations and geotechnical construction is required. Also, excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position.
District Overview
Kiewit Foundations Co. is a full-service geotechnical foundation contractor operating across North America. Our experience and expertise cover a wide range of specialty foundation construction for both structural and ground improvement solutions. We operate in the transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, industrial, oil, gas, and chemical markets. As part of Kiewit we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions to the industry that are unmatched. Our rapidly growing foundations business, which includes drilled shafts, micro piles, driven piles, auger cast-in-place piles, full displacement piles, soil mixing, support of excavation, anchors, tie-backs, stone columns, and other geotechnical solutions is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit focused on delivering differentiated solutions.
Location
Live Where You Want. Travel Where the Work Is. Earn an additional 10% Field Premium when assigned to project sites. With projects located across the United States, you'll have opportunities nationwide while calling home wherever you choose.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervisory direction of craft workers via the general foreman and foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence for Deep Foundation projects, which includes drilled shafts, micro piles, driven piles, auger cast-in-place piles, full displacement piles, soil mixing, support of excavation, anchors, tie-backs, stone columns, and other geotechnical solutions
- Liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications
- Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence
- Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate
- Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
- 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
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in the planning, scheduling, and management of deep foundation and/or ground improvement operations.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience as a superintendent.
- Experience with and broad knowledge of foundation/ground improvement equipment (drills, concrete pumps, batch plants), how to use it properly, and how to rapidly troubleshoot.
- Knowledge of proper pumping and placement of concrete and grout.
- Must be skilled in one of, if not multiple, of the following disciplines (pile driving, auger cast, small diameter shafts, micro piles, etc.)
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, and able 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 all-around knowledge of ground improvement techniques, structural deep foundation methods, and support of excavation (SOE) operations; Ground Improvement experience includes rigid inclusions, soil mixing, vibro-replacement (stone columns), vibro-compaction, compaction grouting, permeation grouting, jet grouting, and deep dynamic compaction. Structural deep foundation experience includes micro piles, drilled shafts, auger-cast-in-place piles, and driven piles. Support of excavation experience includes secant piles, soldier pile anchors, and tie-backs.
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:
$130,000/yr - $170,000/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.
Requisition ID: 181353
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Foundations Co
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
As a Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success of Kiewit Foundations Co. by directly managing the execution of field operations. We rely on superintendents to set the highest expectations for their crew(s) for safety, quality, schedule, cost performance, and team development. Every day, you will bring your hands-on attitude to not only work on some of North America's largest and most unique projects but also to build builders who will continue to shape our infrastructure for generations to come. A strong technical and practical background in specialty foundations and geotechnical construction is required. Also, excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment are considered critical to this position.
District Overview
Kiewit Foundations Co. is a full-service geotechnical foundation contractor operating across North America. Our experience and expertise cover a wide range of specialty foundation construction for both structural and ground improvement solutions. We operate in the transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, industrial, oil, gas, and chemical markets. As part of Kiewit we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering experience that provides holistic solutions to the industry that are unmatched. Our rapidly growing foundations business, which includes drilled shafts, micro piles, driven piles, auger cast-in-place piles, full displacement piles, soil mixing, support of excavation, anchors, tie-backs, stone columns, and other geotechnical solutions is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit focused on delivering differentiated solutions.
Location
Live Where You Want. Travel Where the Work Is. Earn an additional 10% Field Premium when assigned to project sites. With projects located across the United States, you'll have opportunities nationwide while calling home wherever you choose.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervisory direction of craft workers via the general foreman and foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence for Deep Foundation projects, which includes drilled shafts, micro piles, driven piles, auger cast-in-place piles, full displacement piles, soil mixing, support of excavation, anchors, tie-backs, stone columns, and other geotechnical solutions
- Liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications
- Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence
- Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate
- Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements
- 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
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in the planning, scheduling, and management of deep foundation and/or ground improvement operations.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience as a superintendent.
- Experience with and broad knowledge of foundation/ground improvement equipment (drills, concrete pumps, batch plants), how to use it properly, and how to rapidly troubleshoot.
- Knowledge of proper pumping and placement of concrete and grout.
- Must be skilled in one of, if not multiple, of the following disciplines (pile driving, auger cast, small diameter shafts, micro piles, etc.)
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, and able 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 all-around knowledge of ground improvement techniques, structural deep foundation methods, and support of excavation (SOE) operations; Ground Improvement experience includes rigid inclusions, soil mixing, vibro-replacement (stone columns), vibro-compaction, compaction grouting, permeation grouting, jet grouting, and deep dynamic compaction. Structural deep foundation experience includes micro piles, drilled shafts, auger-cast-in-place piles, and driven piles. Support of excavation experience includes secant piles, soldier pile anchors, and tie-backs.
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:
$130,000/yr - $170,000/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.
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Translate field credentials into U.S. equivalents
If your construction credentials were earned outside the U.S., get a formal credential evaluation before applying. Kiewit's Superintendent roles require demonstrable field leadership experience, and USCIS will scrutinize how your qualifications map to a specialty occupation under H-1B standards.
Target Kiewit's energy division specifically
Kiewit organizes hiring by business unit. Focus your applications on their Power, Energy, and Industrial divisions, where Superintendent openings tied to active project pipelines are most frequent and where visa sponsorship decisions are made at the business unit level.
Clarify sponsorship scope during initial interviews
Ask directly whether the role includes full sponsorship through the Green Card process, not just H-1B filing. Kiewit has pursued EB-2 and EB-3 pathways for field roles, and knowing that early helps you evaluate the long-term viability of the position.
Understand TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
TN status can be a faster path to starting work at Kiewit than waiting for H-1B cap season. Confirm your job duties align with a qualifying TN occupation category before your offer letter is finalized, since the classification must be documented accurately for DOL purposes.
Time your application around Kiewit's project award cycles
Kiewit ramps up Superintendent hiring when major energy contracts are awarded. Monitoring public project announcements in power generation and transmission infrastructure helps you apply when headcount needs are active and sponsorship decisions move faster.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Superintendent roles at Kiewit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for Superintendents?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for Superintendent roles, particularly within their energy and industrial construction divisions. Because Superintendent positions involve specialized construction management knowledge, they can qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards. Your application will be stronger if your background clearly ties a relevant degree or equivalent experience to the specific field responsibilities outlined in the role.
How do I apply for Superintendent jobs at Kiewit?
Apply directly through Kiewit's careers portal, targeting their Power, Energy, and Industrial business units where Superintendent openings are most active. You can also browse open Superintendent positions at Kiewit filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify roles already aligned with your immigration needs before you invest time in the application.
Which visa types does Kiewit commonly use for Superintendent roles?
Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for cap-subject candidates and has pursued EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa pathways for longer-term hires in field leadership roles. TN visa status is an option for Canadian and Mexican citizens whose duties align with a qualifying occupational category. F-1 OPT and CPT are occasionally used for early-career candidates in adjacent roles, though less common at the Superintendent level.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for Superintendent roles?
Kiewit typically looks for several years of direct field supervision experience on large-scale construction projects, with a background in energy, power, or heavy industrial work carrying the most weight. A degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field strengthens your profile, particularly if you're pursuing H-1B sponsorship, since USCIS requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation with a clear educational requirement.
How do I handle timing if I'm on F-1 OPT and targeting a Superintendent role at Kiewit?
If you're on F-1 OPT, you have a limited employment authorization window, and H-1B cap filing only happens once per year with an October 1 start date. Start your Kiewit application well before your OPT expires so there's time to go through interviews, receive an offer, and have your employer file an H-1B petition before the April registration window closes. STEM OPT extensions can provide a buffer of up to 24 additional months if your degree qualifies.