Electrical Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for leading and managing all on-site electrical construction activities for utility-scale solar projects, including DC, AC, and medium-voltage (MV) systems. This role ensures safe, high-quality, and timely execution of electrical scope in compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards. The Electrical Superintendent will coordinate subcontractors, oversee field crews, and serve as a key liaison between field operations and project management.

• Supervise and direct electrical subcontractors and field crews during installation of solar modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and MV collection systems.

• Ensure installation meets project drawings, specifications, NEC, NESC, and local codes.

• Oversee trenching, cable pulling, terminations, grounding, testing, and commissioning activities.

• Maintain daily presence on-site to verify progress, safety, and quality.

• Enforce all company and site-specific safety policies in alignment with OSHA and NFPA 70E standards.

• Conduct job hazard analyses, daily toolbox talks, and safety inspections.

• Stop unsafe work and ensure corrective actions are taken immediately.

• Perform inspections of electrical work for compliance with drawings, codes, and best practices.

• Ensure all electrical testing (insulation resistance, megger, hi-pot, continuity, etc.) is documented and approved.

• Track and close out punch-list items in a timely manner.

• Work with Project Manager and Construction Manager to develop and maintain project schedules.

• Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to achieve milestones.

• Communicate effectively with civil and mechanical superintendents to align construction sequences.