Commissioning Operations Supervisor

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Kiewit Corporation Full time
Requisition ID: 172939

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Southern California District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Water/Wastewater

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

The Commissioning Operations Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing the pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases of designated projects. This position is vital to the overall success of Kiewit Corporation. As a field supervisor, you will have the responsibility of managing multiple Foremen and laborers/craft workers.

Your duties will include organizing work methods, scheduling tasks, controlling costs, ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications, and assigning work to achieve project execution, either directly or through General Foremen or Foremen.

Additionally, you will strive to maintain positive relationships with clients, architects/engineers, suppliers, subcontractors, and jobsite personnel.

Our mission is to create impactful projects, and we provide opportunities for you to contribute to this mission through our construction operations. Whether it involves boring tunnels, generating energy from rivers, or constructing bridges that connect communities, we rely on our dedicated, skilled, and safety-focused construction professionals to deliver excellence.

You are expected to bring innovative ideas, a commitment to quality, and a strong work ethic. In return, we offer significant career advancement and travel opportunities, along with the fulfillment of building transformative projects from the ground up.

District Overview

Kiewit's Southern California District is a leading infrastructure division specializing in heavy civil projects, including earth moving, water/wastewater, transportation, roadways, and power projects. Most of our operations are concentrated in the Southern California region.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive schedule for startup testing and commissioning that aligns with the overall project timeline.
  • Supervise field crews and mentor junior superintendents.
  • Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce strict adherence to Lock-Out/Tag-Out Procedures (LOTO).
  • Review, develop, and implement testing procedures for components and systems.
  • Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations, including permitting requirements.
  • Review and approve labor rates for Foremen, journeymen, and laborers.
  • Manage contract administration and facilitate communication through subcontractor/field management meetings.
  • Establish a program to foster positive client relations involving onsite staff.
  • Provide technical expertise to support FAT, construction, commissioning, and interim operations.
  • Assist with initial energization, functional testing, and operation of plant systems.
  • Monitor progress of specialized systems and report timely updates to management.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and design standards for original equipment manufacturers' work affecting plant operations.
  • Initiate and participate in meetings with clients for problem resolution and planning.
  • Oversee and approve monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections.
  • Review, approve, and negotiate change orders.
  • Develop and implement a project completion and turnover plan.
  • Maintain a daily diary for record-keeping purposes.
  • Ensure timely performance evaluations for direct reports.
  • Recommend organizational, policy, procedural, or staff changes as necessary.
  • Review and approve promotions up to General Foremen.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot underlying conditions, providing recommendations for timely and safe resolutions.

Qualifications
  • Extensive knowledge of water treatment plant operations, including troubleshooting and process improvement recommendations.
  • Strong mathematical skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite.
  • Fluency in English, including reading, writing, and comprehension.
  • In-depth knowledge of equipment and operations.
  • Able to lead, communicate, and prioritize effectively in various situations.
  • Maintain situational awareness during normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions.
  • Over 6 years of experience in an Operations role, preferably in electrical, mechanical, or instrumental fields.
  • More than 5 years in a Management role, with experience in an Engineering office.
  • Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Knowledge of flow measurement, engineering practices, design methods, and calculations.
  • Proficient in PC, Windows, Office Software, and IT implementation.
  • Able to read, interpret, and prepare technical information. Experience with mechanical equipment such as pipelines, valves, and pumps.

Other Requirements:
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
  • Effective communication and interaction with supervisors, employees, and others in a team environment.
  • Commitment to safety and effective work practices.
  • Flexibility to work during normal operating hours, including overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Willingness to work at various locations with varying conditions.

Base Compensation: $130,000 - $200,000

(Actual compensation may vary based on education, experience, skillset, and location.)

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that is among the best in the industry, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and dependents, wellness programs, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Kiewit Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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