Substation Superintendent

Energy Erectors, Inc. (EEI - A MasTec Company) tackles terrain, technology, and timelines to construct transmission line projects up to 500 kV and has over 30 years of experience building substations and switchyards. With integrated in-house construction, engineering, procurement, and commissioning capabilities, EEI delivers world-class solutions to complex power transmission and distribution projects. Areas of expertise include GIS and VAR compensators. EEI’s mission is to safely deliver the highest quality work, exceed client expectations, and maintain a reputation for integrity. As a purpose-driven company, our core values guide strategy, performance, and culture, fostering an environment where team members can grow, thrive, and make an impact.

About the role

The Substation Superintendent supervises and assists with the day-to-day activities of substation employees and the project to which they are assigned, reporting directly to the Project Manager. The role requires the ability to perform duties ranging from Groundman to Leadman.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and execute the project plan to schedule and ensure compliance with budget.
• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities.
• Track and communicate weekly project reports and generate a 3-week look-ahead.
• Ensure project materials and workmanship meet quality standards and design requirements.
• Initiate and conduct project meetings with staff and management as necessary.
• Review and address plan details, resolving issues before they result in added budget expenditures.
• Advise the Superintendent of potential problems, work interferences, or schedule difficulties while assisting in resolving such conflicts.
• Enforce site-specific plans and procedures aligned with EEI’s culture and safety requirements.
• Review and submit weekly timesheets to payroll for processing.
• Maintain the project’s daily job diary.

Requirements

• Minimum working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and internal operational systems.
• Ability to apply basic engineering principles to construction challenges.
• Ability to visualize the entire project, anticipate constructability issues, and embed solutions in construction plans and schedules.
• Ability to schedule, monitor, and forecast resources for optimum efficiency.
• Ability to manage others and multiple facets of a construction project while assuming responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid State Class A driver’s license and/or a valid commercial driver’s license.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment, routinely requiring extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Work may occur in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind. The role is physically active, requiring the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at varying distances, precise hand-eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors are essential.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability and Life insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan