Substation Superintendent Electrical Utility Construction

Substation Superintendent

We are seeking an experienced Substation Superintendent to support the delivery of electrical substation construction projects for a major mission-critical data center program in Northern Indiana. This role will be responsible for leading all field construction activities related to high-voltage substation installations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution from site mobilization through energization. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in electrical utility or substation construction and the ability to lead field crews, subcontractors, and EPC partners in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day field operations for electrical substation construction activities
• Oversee installation of high-voltage equipment including transformers, switchgear, breakers, bus systems, and protection & control systems
• Coordinate civil, structural, and electrical field activities within the substation footprint
• Manage subcontractors, craft labor, and field crews to ensure productivity and adherence to schedule
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with utility standards, project specifications, and safety requirements
• Conduct daily site coordination meetings, safety briefings, and progress reviews
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, and utility representatives to resolve field issues
• Monitor quality control and ensure proper installation, testing, and commissioning readiness
• Support energization activities, system testing, and turnover processes
• Maintain detailed site records including daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress documentation
• Enforce strict safety compliance and promote a strong safety culture across all site activities
• Coordinate logistics including deliveries, laydown areas, and equipment staging

Qualifications:

• 510+ years of experience in electrical construction or utility substation environments
• Strong field experience in high-voltage substation installation and commissioning support
• Knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution systems, protection & control, and substation layout
• Experience supervising crews and managing multiple subcontractors on active construction sites
• Strong understanding of safety procedures for high-voltage and energized environments
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and construction plans
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with utility companies, EPC contractors, or large infrastructure projects preferred
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training preferred

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a hands-on and highly experienced field leader who can take ownership of substation construction activities and drive safe, efficient delivery in a complex, high-voltage environment. The ideal candidate will be confident managing crews, coordinating multiple disciplines, and ensuring successful execution through energization. This is a key field leadership role supporting a major data center power program with strong long-term career growth potential.