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Taurus Industrial Group, LLC

Superintendent

Geismar, LA · On-site

... Foremen, craft personnel, subcontractors, and assigned field staff. • Ensure crews have the ... Cost, Productivity & Resource Control • Understand labor budgets, planned hours, production goals ...

EPIC PIPING, LLC

Welder Foreman (Nights)

Livingston, LA · On-site

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Welding Foreman to be an integral part of ... Determine standards, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor ...

EPIC PIPING, LLC

Welder Foreman (Nights)

Livingston, LA · On-site

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Welding Foreman to be an integral part of ... Determine standards, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor ...

EPIC PIPING, LLC

Welder Foreman (Nights)

Livingston, LA · On-site

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Welding Foreman to be an integral part of ... Determine standards, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor ...

EPIC PIPING, LLC

Welder Foreman (Nights)

Livingston, LA · On-site

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Welding Foreman to be an integral part of ... Determine standards, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor ...

EPIC PIPING, LLC

Welder Foreman (Nights)

Livingston, LA · On-site

Epic Piping has an exciting opportunity available for a Welding Foreman to be an integral part of ... Determine standards, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor ...

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What is the difference between Labor Forman vs Construction Supervisor?

AspectLabor FormanConstruction Supervisor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; OSHA certifications often requiredHigh school diploma; often additional certifications or degrees in construction management
Work EnvironmentOn-site, overseeing labor crews and daily tasksOn-site and office, overseeing multiple crews and project progress
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in construction, manufacturing, and industrial projectsUsed across construction, infrastructure, and large-scale projects
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for on-site leadership rolesViewed as a higher-level management position

The main difference between a Labor Forman and a Construction Supervisor lies in their scope of responsibilities and level of oversight. Labor Formans focus on supervising labor crews and daily site tasks, while Construction Supervisors oversee entire projects, coordinate multiple teams, and handle planning and client communication. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in their managerial scope and career progression.

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Senior Superintendent - Electrical

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Kiewit Corporation
Construction Materials Wholesalers • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all electrical construction operations from planning through turnover.

  • Manage field execution, manpower, equipment, and subcontractor activities.

  • Lead safety planning, inspections, and incident prevention efforts.

Kiewit Corporation rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 140 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Requisition ID: 181613 

Job Level: Senior Level 

Home District/Group: Industrial Market 

Department: Field Supervision 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for the overall field execution of large-scale electrical construction projects within the electrical construction markets. This position provides leadership to multiple superintendents, general foremen, foremen, and craft professionals while ensuring the safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of projects.

The Senior Superintendent serves as the primary field leader and works closely with project management, engineering, subcontractors, and clients to drive project success while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Location

This will be a 100% travel based position on a turnaround schedule. Candidates will not be required to relocate, but will be expected to travel extensively. 

Responsibilities
  • Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all project activities.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, company, and client safety requirements.
  • Lead safety planning, inspections, and incident prevention efforts.
  • Oversee all electrical construction operations from planning through turnover.
  • Manage field execution, manpower, equipment, and subcontractor activities.
  • Coordinate work sequencing and resolve field challenges to maintain productivity.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop superintendents, foremen, and field engineers.
  • Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the project team.
  • Support workforce planning, training, and employee development.
  • Serve as the primary field contact for clients, engineers, and project stakeholders.
  • Participate in progress meetings and maintain strong working relationships.
  • Ensure client expectations are met through effective communication and execution.
  • Monitor project schedules, labor productivity, and resource utilization.
  • Support forecasting, budgeting, and change management efforts.
  • Implement recovery plans when schedule or production goals are at risk.
Qualifications
  • 12+ years of electrical construction experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in a Superintendent or senior field leadership role.
  • Proven experience managing large electrical construction projects valued at $50M+.
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems.
  • Experience leading union and/or merit shop labor forces.
  • Proficiency with scheduling and construction management software.

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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.

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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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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