Substation Superintendent

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent – Substation to support the construction of a utility-scale wind energy project in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. This is a long-term onsite contract opportunity expected to run through July 2028. The Electrical Superintendent will provide field oversight of substation, electrical collection system, and related electrical construction activities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with substation construction on utility-scale power projects. Previous wind experience is a plus but is not required. Candidates with relevant substation experience supporting solar, BESS, transmission, utility, conventional power generation, or other large-scale electrical infrastructure projects are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite oversight of substation, collection system, and related electrical construction activities.
• Read, interpret, and review electrical drawings, project plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Monitor field construction to ensure work is being performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Inspect electrical installations and construction quality and identify potential deficiencies, conflicts, or nonconforming work.
• Monitor construction progress and provide accurate field updates and documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, project management, engineering teams, and other project stakeholders.
• Identify and communicate potential construction issues, electrical conflicts, and quality concerns.
• Support resolution of field issues and coordinate with the appropriate project personnel as needed.
• Maintain detailed documentation of field observations, progress, deficiencies, and significant construction activities.
• Maintain a strong safety presence in the field and promptly communicate observed safety concerns.
• Support testing, commissioning, turnover, and project completion activities as required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Electrical Superintendent, Substation Superintendent, Electrical Construction Manager, Substation Inspector, Electrical Inspector, or similar field leadership position.
• Strong field experience with substation construction and electrical infrastructure.
• Experience with medium-voltage collection systems, transmission/distribution, renewable energy, or power-generation projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, construction plans, specifications, and related technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction practices, installation quality, and field inspection requirements.
• Experience overseeing electrical contractors and coordinating construction activities in an active project environment.
• Strong communication, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Wind energy experience is a plus but is not required.
• OSHA 30 or equivalent construction safety credential preferred.
• Ability to work onsite in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania for the duration of the assignment.

Compensation

Long-term contract assignment beginning October 15, 2026 and expected to continue through July 2028. Per Diem: $181 per day, paid 7 days per week for eligible travelers. Vehicle: Project vehicle provided.