Superintendent - Precast Projects (Wasco, CA)

  • Kiewit
  • Shafter, California
  • Full Time
Requisition ID: 176747

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Northern California District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview We are seeking a Superintendent for our Precast Facility. This role involves overseeing the production and installation of precast concrete elements, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in precast concrete techniques and facility operations, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.District Overview Pinnacle Prestress is a subsidiary of Kiewit, one of the largest engineering and construction organizations in North America. We provide clients with state-of-the-art operations to ensure the highest quality precast concrete projects.Location This position will be based onsite at our facility in Wasco, CA. Responsibilities

Mentor and help to grow fellow Kiewit staff

Review and approve the balance of Foremen, journeymen, and laborer's 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 clients 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

10+ years of construction experience with 5+ years in a Superintendent/Leadership capacity (preferably working on infrastructure projects such as bridges, dams, water/wastewater treatment plants, 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

Having a valid TWIC Card is preferred

Excellent organizational, administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills

Strong experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration

Ability to access all areas on a construction project site

Experience in precast concrete techniques and facility operations; strong background in earthwork and piping is required

Working knowledge of various hammer types (diesel impact, hydraulic impact, and vibratory)

Knowledge of cranes, construction rigging, and use of slings, cable chokers, spreader bars, and multi-part load blocks to complete crane hoisting tasks

Experience with precast concrete construction, forming systems, rebar installation, dewatering, and concrete placement methods

Ability to read and interpret construction documents and assist in planning work schedule

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 - $150,000/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.
Job ID: 483330202
Originally Posted on: 6/29/2025

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