Field Electrical Superintendent

Patriot Contracting LLC is hiring a Field Electrical Superintendent to lead commercial electrical field operations across active projects in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. This role oversees manpower, holds foremen accountable, and ensures electrical work is completed safely, on schedule, and within labor margins. You will also manage the service side of operations, including dispatch and customer relationships.

About the Company

Patriot Contracting LLC is a general contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and federal projects. We foster a culture of loyalty, mentorship, and growth, with many team members staying for 10–20+ years. Your leadership and contributions will directly impact our continued success.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical field operations across multiple active commercial projects in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC.
• Manage manpower and crew assignments across active jobs.
• Lead, mentor, and hold electrical foremen and field personnel accountable.
• Monitor labor hours against project budgets and take corrective action when work falls behind.
• Review commercial drawing sets and identify conflicts before installation.
• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, suppliers, inspectors, and field teams.
• Ensure electrical work is completed safely, on schedule, and to company quality standards.
• Address jobsite issues, schedule conflicts, and coordination concerns directly with general contractors and project teams.
• Support hiring, development, discipline, and performance management of field employees.
• Oversee service dispatch and customer relationships.
• Perform service calls when needed and when capacity allows.
• Participate in internal training and development programs to support leadership growth.

Requirements

• 7 years of commercial electrical experience.
• 3 years of experience running multiple crews or projects simultaneously.
• Active Virginia Journeyman Electrician license.
• Virginia Master Electrician license preferred; paid exam preparation and licensing support available.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Clean driving record.
• Experience hiring, developing, disciplining, and managing field employees.
• Ability to read full commercial drawing sets and identify installation conflicts.
• Experience managing labor hours against budget and correcting slipping jobs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions without daily supervision.
• Experience working with multiple general contractors is preferred.
• Commercial office, restaurant, automotive, healthcare, interior tenant improvement, or base-building experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Retirement Savings Program / 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off – Holidays, Vacation, Sick Days
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Paid Licensing and Exam Preparation
• Take-Home Company Truck
• Fuel Card
• Tech Package – Company Phone
• Performance-Based Bonus Eligibility

Pay

$85,000–$100,000 per year, based on experience, plus bonus.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday – Friday
• On-site field work required
• Projects primarily located in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC
• Local work only; no overnight travel required