Traveling Electrical Superintendent

Skillforce, Inc.

Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • South Dakota Journeyman or Master Electrical License
  • 5+ years of electrical field supervision experience
  • Experience with data center projects
  • Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, scheduling, and safety regulations
  • Proven leadership and crew management skills
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Valid driver’s license and clean MVR required

Responsibilities

  • Direct field operations for electrical installation, startup, testing, and commissioning activities
  • Lead and mentor field supervisors and electricians for project efficiency
  • Coordinate labor distribution, equipment usage, and staffing to meet project schedules
  • Promote a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and regulations
  • Monitor work to ensure compliance with quality expectations and standards
  • Collaborate with project teams to resolve issues and maintain progress
  • Interpret construction documents and manage daily work activities effectively

Benefits

  • Per Diem: $195/day if traveling
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Bonuses for job completion and safety performance
Full Job Description
Skillforce has teamed up with a leading electrical company to find a skilled Electrical Superintendent to work on commercial and data center projects from start to finish.

This is a full-time position with projects in the Midwest region of the US.

Electrical Superintendent Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary plus OT: Up to $85/hr with consistent OT, typically 60 hours per week
  • Per Diem: $195/day if traveling
  • Health, vision, dental
  • PTO and 401k
  • Bonuses for job completion and safety

Electrical Superintendent Key Responsibilities
  • Direct field operations for electrical installation, startup, testing, and system commissioning activities.
  • Lead and mentor field supervisors, electricians, and trade partners to ensure efficient project execution.
  • Coordinate labor distribution, equipment usage, and daily staffing to support project schedules.
  • Promote a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical regulations.
  • Monitor completed and ongoing work to ensure it meets quality expectations, contract documents, and code requirements.
  • Collaborate with project management, engineering teams, and other trades to resolve field issues and maintain project progress.
  • Interpret construction documents, project schedules, and material takeoffs to support successful field execution.
  • Organize daily work activities, delegate responsibilities, and drive productivity across multiple crews.
  • Coach and develop field personnel by providing technical direction, performance feedback, and hands-on support.
  • Identify installation challenges, implement practical solutions, and communicate project updates, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
  • Verify that electrical systems-including power distribution, lighting, controls, fire alarm, instrumentation, and associated equipment-are installed in accordance with design specifications, company procedures, and industry best practices.

Electrical Superintendent Qualifications
  • South Dakota Journeyman or Master Electrical License
  • 5+ years of electrical field supervision experience
  • Data center experience
  • Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, scheduling, and safety regulations.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage crews effectively.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid driver's license and clean MVR required.

If you are a skilled Electrical Superintendent looking for career growth, apply today!

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