Electrical Traveling Superintendent

About the Role

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all field electrical construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company quality standards. This position provides leadership to foremen, electricians, apprentices, subcontractors, and other field personnel while serving as the primary field contact for project managers, customers, and inspectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce all company, OSHA, and customer safety requirements; conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and jobsite inspections; ensure Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and other required safety documentation are completed; investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee daily field operations on electrical construction projects; coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors; develop and maintain project schedules to meet customer commitments; monitor productivity and identify opportunities for improved efficiency; review drawings, specifications, and scope of work to ensure proper execution.
• Direct and mentor foremen, electricians, and apprentices; assist with workforce planning, hiring, and training initiatives; conduct performance coaching and provide ongoing development opportunities; promote accountability, teamwork, and a positive work culture.
• Ensure all electrical installations meet NEC requirements, project specifications, and company standards; perform regular quality inspections and address deficiencies promptly; coordinate commissioning, startup, testing, and project closeout activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, general contractors, and project stakeholders; attend project meetings and provide status updates; resolve field issues and communicate project risks proactively.
• Monitor labor productivity and project costs; assist project management with budgeting, forecasting, and change orders; identify and communicate scope changes and field impacts.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Electrician License preferred.
• 7+ years of electrical construction experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or superintendent experience.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, OSHA regulations, and electrical construction methods.
• Experience managing industrial, commercial, or large-scale electrical projects.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, schedules, and electrical drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and construction management software.

Preferred Experience

• Industrial electrical construction.
• Power distribution systems.
• Medium-voltage installations.
• Motor controls, automation, and controls systems.
• Multi-site or nationwide project management experience.

Pay & Schedule

• Rate: $40–50/hour
• Location: Traveling Nationwide – Road Warrior
• Duration: Contract to Hire

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Potential opportunities for overtime
• Opportunities to get OSHA 10 certified
• Earn money for referrals – ask your recruiter to learn more
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan and much more