Superintendent - Electrical Construction (Nationwide Travel)
OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management, and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies across the U.S. With 33 offices and distribution centers and more than 1,400 field service professionals, OWL delivers construction, compliance and testing, maintenance and repair, modernization and re-imaging, and EV charging solutions to keep businesses and people moving 24/7, 365 days a year. OWL Services’ companies have received numerous awards for exemplary customer service, including EVgo’s Deployment Excellence Award in its first-ever class of awardees in the National EV Charging Recognition Program.
About the role
We're looking for a seasoned Electrical Superintendent with deep commercial retail construction experience—someone who has walked hundreds of jobsites, commanded crews, and delivered results under pressure. The right candidate shows up prepared, consistent, and committed to the team. If you have over a decade of field experience and are ready to take it nationwide, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
- Own the field from mobilization to final energization and turnover for electrical construction on commercial retail projects nationwide.
- Lead all on-site electrical operations, including conduit systems, feeders, switchgear, panels, transformers, lighting, controls, and specialty systems.
- Review drawings, one-lines, panel schedules, specifications, and submittals; identify constructability concerns early.
- Ensure full compliance with NEC requirements and local AHJ standards at every stage.
- Coordinate with utility providers for temporary power, permanent service, and inspections.
- Partner closely with Project Managers, general contractors, engineers, and subcontractors—collaboration drives success.
- Build and manage master schedules; maintain two-week look-ahead schedules for electrical sequencing.
- Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment to meet milestones.
- Administer and enforce the project safety program; lead by example daily.
- Conduct safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and weekly production meetings.
- Maintain as-built drawings, daily reports, and full project documentation.
- Track and follow up on RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.
- Mentor apprentices and junior supervisors to build a stronger team.
Requirements
- 10+ years of commercial electrical construction experience, with a strong focus on retail locations and ground-up commercial projects.
- Proven track record of field leadership—managing multi-level crews and delivering projects on time, on budget, and to spec.
- Demonstrated dependability: clear communication, follow-through, and a team-first mindset.
- Valid State Electrical Journeyman or Master License (required).
- Deep working knowledge of NEC and commercial electrical systems.
- Experience managing inspections, utility coordination, and AHJ relationships.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical construction drawings and specifications independently.
- Experience with distribution centers, retail spaces, fueling stations, or similar commercial facility types is a plus.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
- Willingness and ability to travel nationwide up to 85%.
Pay
Competitive salary: $130,000–$160,000 based on qualifications.
Benefits
- PTO
- 401(k) match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
All new hires will complete an in-person orientation and training at our Fort Worth, TX office during the first week after hire.