Electrical Instrumentation & Controls Superintendent

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for an Electrical Instrumentation and Controls Superintendent to join our team.

At Peter Lucas, we are a Canada and U.S. project management company offering a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

We are seeking an experienced Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls (EIC) Superintendent to provide on-site leadership for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems on a major industrial mining project. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension based on project needs. The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with proven leadership skills to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise all electrical, instrumentation, and controls activities on site.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of electricians, instrument technicians, and controls specialists.
• Ensure work complies with project specifications, industry standards, codes, and safety regulations.
• Oversee installation, testing, calibration, and commissioning of electrical and control systems.
• Collaborate with project engineers, planners, and management to resolve technical and operational challenges.
• Plan and manage schedules, manpower, materials, and subcontractors to meet project milestones.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, enforce compliance, and foster a strong safety culture on site.
• Prepare progress reports, documentation, and status updates for management.

Work Details:

• Location: On-site in Idaho
• Schedule: 3 weeks on / 1 week off
• Flights and accommodations provided
• Contract duration: 12 months , with potential extension based on project requirements

This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical discipline on a high-profile mining project , ensuring technical excellence and operational success.

Requirements

• Journeyperson or Master Electrician license preferred; strong background in instrumentation and controls.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls on industrial or heavy construction projects.
• Proven experience in a superintendent or leadership role, managing crews on-site.
• Extensive knowledge of PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and instrumentation drawings.
• Familiarity with NEC (National Electrical Code), NFPA standards, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; able to coordinate multiple trades.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and meeting project schedules.
• Experience in oil & gas, power generation, chemical, or manufacturing sectors;
• familiarity with US-based electrical and safety codes.

Benefits

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.