Engineering

Electrical Superintendent

Southern Electrical Contractors

Alabama · Birmingham · United States

Job Description Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Superintendent to lead and oversee electrical construction activities from project start through completion. The Electrical Superintendent will be responsible for managing field operations, coordinating crews and subcontractors, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety and quality standards, and ensuring work is completed according to plans, specifications, and applicable codes.

The ideal candidate is a strong field leader with extensive electrical construction experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily electrical construction activities on assigned projects.

Lead, schedule, and manage electrical crews, subcontractors, and other field personnel.

Review electrical drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements.

Coordinate electrical work with general contractors, other trades, vendors, inspectors, and project management.

Monitor project progress and ensure work is completed on schedule.

Maintain high standards for workmanship, quality, and productivity.

Ensure all electrical work complies with the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, project specifications, and company standards.

Conduct regular jobsite inspections and address quality or installation issues promptly.

Promote and enforce a strong jobsite safety culture and company safety policies.

Participate in project planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, and material coordination.

Track labor, materials, equipment, and productivity.

Identify potential delays, conflicts, and construction issues and work with project management to develop solutions.

Coordinate inspections and assist with resolving inspection deficiencies.

Communicate project status, manpower needs, schedule concerns, and field issues to project management.

Train, mentor, and develop electricians and foremen.

Maintain accurate field documentation and daily reports.

Assist with project closeout, testing, commissioning, and punch-list completion.

Qualifications

10+ years of electrical construction experience, with progressive leadership responsibility.

Previous experience as an Electrical Superintendent, Electrical Foreman, or Lead Electrician.

Strong knowledge of commercial, industrial, institutional, or other large-scale electrical construction.

Thorough understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, and construction documents.

Working knowledge of NEC requirements and applicable local electrical codes.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and electrical one-lines.

Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Proficiency with construction scheduling and project documentation.

Ability to identify problems in the field and implement practical solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance and Disability Insurance(paid by employer)

Supplemental benefits

401(k)

Paid vacation

Reference: 3198852755

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