Construction Superintendent - Airport

Construction Superintendent - Airport

Salary

$61,184.00 - $108,785.00 Annually

Location

Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport Custodial Operations, KS

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

Inspection Supervisor Airport

Department

Airport

Division

AP Administration

Opening Date

05/04/2026

Closing Date

5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

Bargaining Unit

NONE

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The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

This employee applies technical expertise to inspect and investigate construction projects, ensuring contractors adhere to plans and specifications. Work is guided by established goals and evaluated through progress toward completion. This role requires a self-starter who manages projects effectively, communicates with other divisions and departments effectively, supervises direct reports, makes sound decisions, and keeps construction moving efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Anticipated starting salary: $ 61,184.00 - $ 84,984.00 (based on experience and qualifications)

Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employee Council

Posting may close at any time

Examples of Work Performed

• Inspects construction projects and files daily reports.
• Confers with contractors in the solution of problems.
• Coordinates pay estimates with contractor.
• Composes correspondence and reports related to projects.
• Conducts Prebid & Pre-construction conferences.
• Performs utility locates and general field surveys.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• Demonstrates strong project management skills, including prioritizing tasks, tracking progress, and supporting timely project completion.
• Manage projects to maintain schedules, resolve issues, and keep construction moving efficiently.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• General knowledge of all types of building, paving and utility construction.
• Ability to interpret building, paving and utility plans and specifications.
• Ability to lean and reach as need to read and interpret building plans and specifications from a print that maybe as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as twenty characters per inch.
• Ability to traverse uneven terrain, climb steps or ladders, and tolerate environmental nuisances associated with construction sites.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist.
• Ability to operate a computer and perform word processing and e-mail functions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong computer proficiency, including the ability to learn and use project management, inspection, and reporting software.
• Valid Kansas drivers license and the ability to maintain.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and supervise work of others.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make informed decisions per the to plans and specifications with minimal supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and mentor direct reports, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

• Six (6) years of experience working on complex, multi-phase and multi-discipline projects, with responsibility for inspection activities and adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Five (5) years of experience interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide field activities, coordinate work, ensure accuracy, and maintain quality across all project phases.
• Five years of supervisory experience.
• A Valid Driver License.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four-year college.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Six (6) years of airport construction experience on active airfield or aviation infrastructure projects performing inspection duties on complex, multi-phase, multi-discipline construction projects, including managing multiple projects simultaneously, with direct responsibility for safety compliance, quality control, and contract adherence.
• Two (2) years of experience performing utility locates in active construction zones on construction projects.
• Two (2) years of Experience using AutoCAD for field verification and interpretation of construction drawings and plans.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a ten-year background investigation, including employment, drivers license, security threat assessment (STA) and criminal history records check (CHRC) and the ability to obtain a movement drivers certification.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

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CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.

5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.

6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.

7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.

8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES

Deferred Compensation Investment Program

Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)

Bereavement Pay

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Voluntary Shared Leave Program

Training Programs

Longevity Pay

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Injury Leave (on-job injury)

Community Volunteer Events

01

The following validates my highest level of education...

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD

02

Please identify your current status with Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

• Yes, I have the certification
• No, I do not have the certification.

03

I have following years of experience working on complex, multi-phase and multi-discipline projects, with responsibility for inspection activities and adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 6 - 7 years of experience
• 8+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience working on complex, multi-phase and multi-discipline projects, with responsibility for inspection activities and adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards.

04

I have following years of experience interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide field activities, coordinate work, ensure accuracy, and maintain quality across all project phases.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience interpreting construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to guide field activities, coordinate work, ensure accuracy, and maintain quality across all project phases.

05

I have following years of supervisory experience

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any supervisory experience.

06

I have following years of airport construction experience on active airfield or aviation infrastructure projects performing inspection duties on complex, multi-phase, multi-discipline construction projects, including managing multiple projects simultaneously, with direct responsibility for safety compliance, quality control, and contract adherence.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 - 5 years of experience
• 6 - 7 years of experience
• 8+ years of experience
• I do not have any airport construction experience on active airfield or aviation infrastructure projects performing inspection duties on complex, multi-phase, multi-discipline construction projects, including managing multiple projects simultaneously, with direct responsibility for safety compliance, quality control, and contract adherence.

07

I have following years of experience performing utility locates in active construction zones on construction projects.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 + years of experience
• I do not have any of experience performing utility locates in active construction zones on construction projects.

08

I have following years of experience using AutoCAD for field verification and interpretation of construction drawings and plans.

• Less than 6 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 + years of experience
• I do not have any experience using AutoCAD for field verification and interpretation of construction drawings and plans.

09

I have a valid drivers license:

• Yes
• No

10

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Wichita

Address 455 N. Main

Wichita, Kansas, 67202

Phone 316-268-4531

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wichita