General Superintendent

General Superintendent

The General Superintendent is responsible for providing executive-level field leadership and operational oversight for major electrical construction operations, large-scale project portfolios, regional field operations, or multiple business units. This role oversees Superintendents, Senior Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership teams while driving operational execution, workforce planning, labor productivity, safety performance, quality standards, and customer satisfaction across the organization.

The General Superintendent serves as one of the highest-ranking field operations leaders within the company and is responsible for establishing operational standards, execution strategies, workforce deployment plans, and field leadership expectations that support organizational growth and scalable operations. This position partners closely with executive leadership, Project Executives, Operations leadership, Safety, QA/QC, Prefabrication, and Project Management teams to ensure projects are properly staffed, operational risks are mitigated, schedules are achieved, and customer expectations are exceeded.

This role provides strategic oversight for labor forecasting, manpower allocation, project execution planning, construction sequencing, operational consistency, and field performance across multiple large-scale commercial, industrial, infrastructure, healthcare, manufacturing, and mission critical/data center projects. The General Superintendent plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, workforce development, succession planning, and continuous improvement initiatives across field operations.

The General Superintendent is expected to manage high-level customer relationships, executive operational coordination, complex project escalations, schedule recovery efforts, shutdown planning, and accelerated construction activities while maintaining alignment with organizational goals, safety standards, profitability objectives, and long-term workforce strategies. This role also serves as a key mentor and leadership resource for Superintendents and emerging field leaders throughout the organization.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

Tasks may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide executive-level oversight for field operations across multiple large-scale electrical construction projects, operational regions, or business units
• Lead and direct Senior Superintendents, Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution
• Develop operational execution strategies, workforce deployment plans, labor forecasts, and staffing initiatives that support organizational growth and project delivery objectives
• Monitor operational performance metrics including labor productivity, schedule adherence, manpower utilization, safety performance, quality standards, and workforce efficiency
• Partner with executive leadership, Project Executives, Project Management, Safety, QA/QC, Engineering, and Prefabrication teams to drive operational alignment and strategic execution
• Oversee project startup planning, construction sequencing, shutdown coordination, commissioning support, schedule recovery efforts, and critical milestone execution
• Identify and resolve operational risks, customer escalations, labor challenges, constructability concerns, and project execution issues while implementing corrective action strategies
• Conduct operational reviews, field audits, leadership evaluations, safety observations, and workforce assessments to ensure compliance with company standards and operational expectations
• Lead workforce development, succession planning, mentoring, and leadership coaching initiatives for Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership personnel
• Support strategic planning initiatives including business growth, workforce scalability, operational improvements, customer relationship management, and continuous improvement programs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of commercial, industrial, infrastructure, healthcare, manufacturing, and mission critical electrical construction operations
• Extensive understanding of electrical systems installation, NEC requirements, construction sequencing, workforce management, and operational execution strategies
• Proven ability to oversee large-scale project portfolios, regional field operations, and complex construction programs simultaneously
• Strong leadership and organizational management skills with the ability to lead large field organizations and multiple levels of operational leadership
• Advanced knowledge of labor forecasting, workforce planning, productivity analysis, operational reporting, and construction performance metrics
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, shutdown planning, commissioning activities, schedule recovery strategies, and operational risk mitigation
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, schedules, one-line diagrams, BIM/VDC models, and construction documents
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, leadership, and decision-making skills with the ability to interact effectively with executives, customers, contractors, vendors, and field personnel
• Working knowledge of budgeting concepts, labor cost impacts, profitability drivers, and operational forecasting principles
• Proficiency with construction technology platforms and software including Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), scheduling software, BIM/VDC platforms, and Microsoft Office applications

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly oversees Senior Superintendents, Superintendents, Foremen, and field leadership personnel across assigned operations or regions

Provides leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management for field operations leadership teams

Assists with workforce planning, staffing strategies, succession planning, leadership development, and organizational structure recommendations

Participates in hiring decisions, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and workforce development initiatives

Establishes operational expectations, accountability standards, and leadership performance goals across field operations

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Position Type and Expected Work Time

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily on active construction jobsites, operational field offices, and industrial environments with frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions, elevated work areas, noise, dust, and construction activity

Exposure to energized electrical systems, heavy equipment, confined spaces, and mission critical operational environments may occur

Regular travel between jobsites, regional offices, and operational locations is required

Regular use of PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, high-visibility clothing, arc flash gear, and fall protection equipment is required

Position may require extended presence on jobsites during shutdowns, commissioning activities, critical project milestones, or accelerated schedules

Physical Requirements:

This role requires the physical and environmental demands outlined below, with or without reasonable accommodation. The organization is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.

Ability to walk large construction jobsites and industrial facilities for extended periods of time

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and access elevated work areas as necessary

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work in varying physical environments

Ability to visually inspect work activities, safety conditions, and project progress throughout active construction environments

Ability to operate computers, tablets, communication devices, and field technology systems

Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or varying schedules based on operational demands

Position Type:

Fulltime; Exempt

Typical Schedule/Shift Details:

Primarily Monday through Friday with early morning start times common within construction operations

Extended hours, weekends, holidays, or overnight work may be required based on project schedules, outages, shutdowns, commissioning activities, or operational demands

Frequent travel between projects, regional operations, and customer locations may be required

Overtime Expectations:

This position is classified as exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable federal and state laws

Additional hours may be required based on business needs, operational demands, project schedules, critical milestones, or emergency response activities

Required Education and Experience

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Associate degree, technical certification, trade school training, or coursework in Construction Management, Electrical Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Combination of education, advanced field leadership experience, and electrical construction expertise may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid driver's license required

OSHA 30 certification required or ability to obtain within established timeframe

State Journeyman or Master Electrician license preferred where applicable

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

NFPA 70E training preferred

Advanced safety certifications, leadership training, or construction management certifications preferred

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 15+ years of progressive electrical construction experience required

Minimum 7+ years of experience in Superintendent or Senior