Electrical Substation Superintendent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee multiple electrical substation construction projects across various locations. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day field operations, coordinating subcontractors and crews, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring high-quality project execution.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in utility, transmission & distribution (T&D), or electrical infrastructure construction and be comfortable traveling extensively to support multiple active project sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for multiple electrical substation construction projects
• Travel between project sites to support field execution, scheduling, manpower coordination, and client relations
• Manage and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and equipment resources
• Ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications and utility standards
• Maintain and enforce OSHA safety requirements and company safety policies
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, and Utility Representatives
• Lead site meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• Review construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and work plans
• Monitor project progress, manpower productivity, and material deliveries
• Identify and resolve field issues, delays, and constructability concerns
• Support outage coordination and energized work planning when applicable
• Ensure quality control standards are maintained throughout project execution
• Maintain accurate field reports, daily logs, production tracking, and project documentation
• Assist with project scheduling and sequencing activities
• Oversee installation activities including:
  • Foundations
  • Grounding systems
  • Conduit and duct banks
  • Structural steel
  • Bus work
  • Switchgear
  • Breakers
  • Transformers
  • Control houses
  • Protection & control equipment
• Coordinate inspections, testing, punch lists, and project closeout activities
• Mentor Foremen and field leadership personnel
  
  

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical construction experience required
• 3+ years of superintendent or field leadership experience preferred
• Experience with electrical substations, utility infrastructure, or T&D construction strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • Medium- and high-voltage electrical systems
  • Utility construction practices
  • Outage coordination
  • Civil and electrical installation sequencing
  • Safety protocols in energized environments
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • One-line diagrams
  • IFC drawings
  • Electrical plans
  • Civil drawings
  • Specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with project documentation, scheduling, and reporting
• Valid driver’s license required
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively for project assignments
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Utility or EPC contractor experience
• Experience overseeing projects ranging from distribution substations through transmission substations
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
• NCCER or electrical trade background preferred
• Experience managing subcontractors and self-perform crews
• Knowledge of commissioning and startup activities is a plus
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel required based on active project locations
• Travel may include regional or nationwide assignments
• Extended stays at project sites may be required depending on project needs
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Per diem or travel accommodations when applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (90% premium covered)
• Life insurance
• PTO and paid holidays