... field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and ... Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work ...
... field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and ... Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work ...
... field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and ... Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work ...
... field engineering and project craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and ... Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work ...
... engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our ... Union ironworker experience is desirable. * Experience with commercial, industrial, or heavy ...
... engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our ... Union ironworker experience is desirable. * Experience with commercial, industrial, or heavy ...
... engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our ... Union ironworker experience is desirable. * Experience with commercial, industrial, or heavy ...
... engineering, project management, and construction provider operating across North America. Our ... Union ironworker experience is desirable. * Experience with commercial, industrial, or heavy ...
Operating Engineer Union information
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$56.4K - $61.4K
22% of jobs
$62.9K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$61.4K - $66.3K
9% of jobs
$66.3K - $71.3K
7% of jobs
$71.3K - $76.2K
6% of jobs
The median wage is $79.9K / yr.
$76.2K - $81.2K
6% of jobs
$81.2K - $86.1K
13% of jobs
$86.1K - $91.1K
2% of jobs
$91.1K - $96.1K
4% of jobs
$98K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$96.1K - $101K
12% of jobs
$101K - $106K
11% of jobs
$106K - $110.9K
7% of jobs
$56.4K
$82.5K
$110.9K
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| Aspect | Operating Engineer Union | Heavy Equipment Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials/Certifications | Union membership, OSHA certifications, specialized training | OSHA certifications, equipment-specific training |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, power plants, industrial facilities | Construction sites, mining, infrastructure projects |
| Employer/Industry Usage | Unionized construction and industrial companies | Private contractors, construction firms |
The Operating Engineer Union and Heavy Equipment Operator roles often overlap, with both requiring OSHA certifications and equipment training. Operating Engineers typically work in unionized environments on large-scale projects, handling complex machinery and systems. Heavy Equipment Operators focus on operating specific machinery like bulldozers or cranes, often in similar settings. While their skills are related, Operating Engineers usually have broader responsibilities and union benefits.
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Kiewit Corporation rating
7.7
Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
24th of 80 rated construction
Job description
Requisition ID: 180837
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Field Supervision
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
As a Superintendent, you will be exposed to a variety of field activities in order to develop your understanding of construction supervision. We are looking for people committed to the construction industry and not design.
Our mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we're boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled, and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else.
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services.
This position is based out of Aiken, SC; or traveling for projects along the East Coast. One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Provide supervisory direction of craft personnel via internal or external general foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence
Act asliaison between field engineering and project 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
Ability to travel as needed
5+ years' work experience in the construction industry, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory role
Previous knowledge/experience in vertical building setting required
Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements and jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings and other documents
Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
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
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