SUMMARY: Superintendent (Electrical)
The Superintendent is an experienced field leader responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and safe execution of electrical work on assigned project(s). Reporting to a Senior/Site General Superintendent/General Superintendent, this role supervises lead persons, journeymen, and apprentices; drives production to meet schedule and budget; and ensures installations are executed safely and meet quality, NEC/code, and specification requirements. The Superintendent coordinates with the GC and other trades, manages material and equipment needs, leads inspections and testing/commissioning activities, and maintains accurate field documentation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - 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.
- Coordinate 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.
- Coordinate inspections with the AHJ and the GC; support testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
- 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.
COMPETENCIES:- 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.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: - 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.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:- Must be able to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow).
- Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets).
- Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required).
- Must be able to safely climb and work from ladders and stairs.
- Must be able to safely operate typical jobsite equipment (scissor lift, boom lift, forklift).
- Must be able to crawl, stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, reach, and routinely lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to travel between job sites and work extended or off-shift hours as project needs require.
N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation
O (Occasionally) - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
• Bending - F
• Climbing - F
• Crawling - 0
• Hearing - C
• Lifting - Up to 50 lbs.
• Reach Outward - F
• Reach Above Shoulder - F
• Standing - C
• Sitting - F
• Talking - C
• Squat/Kneel - F
• Walking- C
