Electrical Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Full time travel

Per diem eligible (x 7 days)

Job Title: Electrical Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to join our team. This role involves overseeing multiple crews on major projects, managing material procurement, and ensuring projects remain on track. The ideal candidate will enforce safety regulations and foster a culture of workplace safety. The position requires travel, primarily within the Central Region of the US

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage crews ranging from 2 to 15 members.
• Conduct project take-offs and manage the scheduling and planning process.
• Order and manage materials necessary for project completion.
• Communicate effectively with foremen on site regarding daily issues and progress updates.
• Review project prints and complete look-ahead schedules.
• Establish workflows and sequences to ensure project timelines are adhered to.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote safety practices.
• Handle instrumentation and conduit runs as required.
• Engage in hands-on work when necessary.

Essential Skills

• Licensed as a journeyman or master electrician.
• Experience as a lead foreman or superintendent on at least one project.
• Strong skills in electrical work, including conduit, generator, and switchboard installation.
• Proficient in using MS Suite and strong computer skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience on at least one industrial job site as an Electrical Superintendent or Foreman

Work Environment

The role involves working with the critical power group, including tasks related to Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), backup generators, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), switchgear, and transfer switches. The position requires an average of 50 hours per week and involves traveling to various project sites, primarily in South Central US. The work environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and effective communication.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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