Electrical Superintendent

Wohlsen Construction

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of electrical construction experience, preferably with field supervision roles.
  • Previous experience in a leadership role like Electrical Superintendent or Foreman.
  • In-depth understanding of electrical construction methods and materials.
  • Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and relevant building codes.
  • Experience with power distribution and low-voltage systems, including generators and switchgear.
  • Proficient in reading electrical drawings, specs, and one-line diagrams.
  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide field leadership for electrical construction activities.
  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors and vendors.
  • Review project documents including drawings and specifications.
  • Monitor compliance with quality and code requirements during installations.
  • Coordinate with other trades to integrate electrical systems effectively.
  • Develop look-ahead schedules to optimize project timelines.
  • Resolve any field conflicts and issues that arise during construction.

Benefits

  • Promote a safe and organized job site.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and support within the Project Team.
  • Participation in project coordination meetings that foster collaboration.
Full Job Description
Electrical Superintendent

Lancaster, PA

Full Time

Experienced

About Your Opportunity:

You will provide field leadership and oversight of electrical construction activities from pre-construction through project completion. You will work closely with the Project Team, electrical subcontractors, design team, and client to ensure electrical work is safely, efficiently, and correctly installed in accordance with the contract documents, schedule, codes, and company standards.

How You'll Contribute:
  • Provide overall field supervision and leadership for electrical construction activities.
  • Manage and coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, and other trades.
  • Review electrical drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
  • Monitor electrical installations for quality, schedule, code compliance, and adherence to plans and specifications.
  • Coordinate electrical work with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, and structural systems.
  • Develop and monitor electrical look-ahead schedules and coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment.
  • Identify and resolve field conflicts and coordination issues.
  • Participate in project coordination meetings and hold subcontractors accountable for schedule and quality.
  • Coordinate electrical inspections, testing, startup, commissioning, and closeout activities.
  • Maintain punch lists and ensure timely completion of outstanding electrical work.
  • Assist with RFIs, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
  • Work with the BIM Coordinator and Project Team on electrical coordination and constructability.
  • Promote a safe, organized, and productive job site.
  • Partner with the client, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to successfully deliver the project.
  • Provide field expertise, mentorship, and support to the Project Team.

Qualifications
  • Seven to Ten years of progressively responsible electrical construction experience, with field supervision experience preferred.
  • Experience as an Electrical Superintendent, Electrical Foreman, or similar field leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, materials, and installation practices.
  • Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and applicable building codes.
  • Experience with power distribution, lighting, emergency power, generators, switchgear, low-voltage systems, and lighting controls.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, one-lines, and shop drawings.
  • Working knowledge of Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and BIM coordination software preferred.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • OSHA 30 certification preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to travel and work overtime, weekends, or be on call as needed.
*Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Wohlsen does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, locations, or to any Wohlsen team member. Wohlsen will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Wohlsen and will be processed accordingly.

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