Superintendent

About the role

The Superintendent is an experienced field leader responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and safe execution of electrical work on assigned projects. Reporting to a Senior/Site General Superintendent/General Superintendent, this role supervises leadpersons, journeymen, and apprentices; drives production to meet schedule and budget; and ensures installations are executed safely and meet quality, NEC/code, and specification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel (leadpersons, journeymen, apprentices); set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.
• Assure that staffing projections are accurate and updated weekly.
• Cookordination trade partner/subcontractor activities to align with the project schedule and site logistics.
• Oversee material, equipment, and prefabrication planning; initiate procurement needs and track deliveries to prevent delays.
• Complete required field documentation accurately and on time (daily reports, as-builts, JHAs/AHAs, test/inspection records, timesheets).
• Monitor and update construction schedules to keep them accurate and actionable throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure installation quality and compliance with the NEC (NFPA 70), project specifications, and all applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Promote and enforce Helix safety standards and protocols; lead toolbox talks, and pre-task planning; model a safety-first culture.
• Facilitate communication among Superintendents, field staff, GC, clients, inspectors, and trade partners; represent Helix in site and OAC/coordination meetings.
• Collaborate with in-house support teams (VDC/BIM, estimating, purchasing, safety, QA/QC) to resolve issues and optimize work plans.
• Provide input to monthly cost-to-complete (labor/material/equipment) in collaboration with the project management team.
• Ensure accurate and timely field documentation (daily reports, JHAs/AHAs, as-builts, test records, timesheet approvals).
• Identify and communicate scope changes; support RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the electrical trade with progressive field leadership (lead/foreman/superintendent).
• Active state journeyman or master electrician license in the state of hire (or ability to obtain promptly).
• Demonstrated experience delivering commercial/industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices.
• Proficient reading/interpreting plans, one-lines, shop drawings, submittals, and BIM/VDC coordination outputs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Bluebeam, LaborChart, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (or similar platforms).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Skills

• Leadership & People Development: coaches crews, builds accountability, and develops next-gen leaders.
• Planning & Execution: look-ahead scheduling, material staging, and prefabrication planning.
• Communication: clear written and verbal communication with crews, GC, owners, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: quickly diagnoses field issues and implements practical solutions.
• Safety Stewardship: models safe behaviors; sets clear expectations, holds people accountable and coaches to improve outcomes.
• Quality & Compliance: reads plans/specs, one-lines, and shop drawings; ensures code-compliant, right-first-time installations.
• Collaboration & Influence: drives coordination across trades and departments; resolves conflicts constructively.
• Digital Fluency: uses project software and mobile tools to document work, track progress, and report status.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $150,000.00 to $175,000.00. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits.

Schedule

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