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Electrical Power Project Superintendent (UPS, PDU, Switchgear)

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Electrical Power Project Superintendent (UPS, PDU, Switchgear)

80% travel to customer sites nationwide (Approx 12 days on, 4 off rotation)

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Power Project Superintendent to lead the execution of complex power delivery projects supporting mission-critical and utility-scale infrastructure. This role is responsible for managing projects from order handoff through commissioning, ensuring technical accuracy, schedule adherence, cost control, and a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with transformers, switchgear, and electrical power distribution systems and thrives in fast-paced, integrated delivery environments.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end execution of electrical power projects involving power transformers, switchgear, substations, and associated balance-of-plant equipment .

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and field teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Coordinate engineering deliverables, procurement activities, manufacturing schedules, logistics, installation, and commissioning.

Review and interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, specifications, and construction documents to ensure scope alignment and technical compliance.

Control project schedules, budgets, change orders, RFIs, and risk mitigation plans.

Lead project meetings, progress reporting, and customer updates with a high degree of professionalism and technical credibility.

Ensure all work complies with applicable NEC, IEEE, NEMA, ANSI , and site-specific safety requirements.

Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and energization activities.

Drive continuous improvement in execution processes, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical power systems.

5+ years of experience in electrical power project management, engineering, construction, or maintenance.

Strong background in mission-critical electrical power distribution systems , including:

Power transformers (medium and high voltage)

Switchgear and substations

ATS / STS systems

Experience supporting data centers, utilities, industrial facilities, or critical infrastructure projects .

Hyperscale data center or utility-scale power experience strongly preferred.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a matrixed environment.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical, schedule, and commercial challenges.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities

Directly supervise and mentor up to five project or technical team members .

Provide performance feedback, coaching, and professional development support.

Identify skills gaps and coordinate training needs in collaboration with leadership and HR.

Foster a collaborative, accountable, and safety-focused team culture.

What You’ll Be Part Of

Execution of critical power infrastructure projects that support data centers, utilities, and industrial operations.

A safety-first organization with high engineering and quality standards.

A technically driven environment where project managers are trusted decision-makers.

Opportunities to work on high-visibility, high-impact transformer and power delivery programs.

Keywords: Transformers, Substations, Switchgear, Electrical Power Systems, Power Distribution Units (PDU), ATS, STS, UPS, Generators, Mission Critical Infrastructure, Data Centers, Utility Power, Electrical Infrastructure, Integrated Project Delivery, Construction Management, Power Generation, Microgrids, Battery Storage, Renewable Integration, Quality Assurance, Safety Culture

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