Welding Superintendent

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Construction Manager and Welding Program Manager, the Welding Superintendent will assist in the supervision, coordination, and scheduling of construction welding activities on the SMR site. The Welding Superintendent ensures compliance with the contract framework, cost estimates and ensures all field welding work is completed safely to acceptable standards of quality and workmanship.

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Canada is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to the Department of Energy science, environmental, and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides holistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON. The successful candidate will be local to Darlington, Oshawa or surrounding areas, or willing to relocate.

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. The successful candidate will also be open to traveling and relocating for future projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent relationships with client, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and public.
• Interfaces with Weld Program organization daily to ensure alignment between program and construction welding initiatives are met.
• Responsible to ensure that all welding work is conducted in a safe manner in compliance with safety, quality, and human performance policies.
• Implement Joint Venture and Client policies and project procedures as required.
• Assist in developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules. Ensure subcontractors comply with project master schedule.
• Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for foreman and subcontractor use.
• Assist in developing recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
• Plan, supervise and approve the work of own forces and subcontractors on the project including determining methods of construction, manpower levels, materials, tools & equipment, rentals, and work schedules.
• Assume responsibility for productivity of all welding trades and subcontractors, efficient use of materials and equipment and contractual performance of the project.
• Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements.
• Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages (FWPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and project schedule and budget.
• Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, other contractors, etc.
• Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with welding QA Programs and project quality guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E and rental records, manpower reports, owner support requests, FWP documents, etc.
• Participate in basic layout, preparation of work instructions, field engineering activities, etc.
• Maintain lines and levels – verify as built conditions.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education to include a technical college diploma or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• 10+ years in construction industry in a welding role. Nuclear utility experience is a major asset.
• Five (5) of the ten (10) years must be in a supervisory position.
• Ability to successfully supervise a construction project.
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling, and safety requirements.
• Good communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
• Strong working knowledge of Nuclear Codes and Standards and CWB: ASME SEC I ASME SEC Ill, Div. 1 ASME SEC VIII, Div. 1 ASME SEC IX CSA B51 ASME B31.1 & B31.3 W47.1 and W47.2 #LI-IS1

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
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $138,000/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. 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.