Electrical Substation Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Traveling Superintendent to oversee multiple electrical substation construction projects across various locations. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day field operations, coordinating subcontractors and crews, maintaining project schedules, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring high-quality project execution.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in utility, transmission & distribution (T&D), or electrical infrastructure construction and be comfortable traveling extensively to support multiple active project sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for multiple electrical substation construction projects
• Travel between project sites to support field execution, scheduling, manpower coordination, and client relations
• Manage and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and equipment resources
• Ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications and utility standards
• Maintain and enforce OSHA safety requirements and company safety policies
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Clients, and Utility Representatives
• Lead site meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings
• Review construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and work plans
• Monitor project progress, manpower productivity, and material deliveries
• Identify and resolve field issues, delays, and constructability concerns
• Support outage coordination and energized work planning when applicable
• Ensure quality control standards are maintained throughout project execution
• Maintain accurate field reports, daily logs, production tracking, and project documentation
• Assist with project scheduling and sequencing activities
• Oversee installation activities including:
  • Foundations
  • Grounding systems
  • Conduit and duct banks
  • Structural steel
  • Bus work
  • Switchgear
  • Breakers
  • Transformers
  • Control houses
  • Protection & control equipment
• Coordinate inspections, testing, punch lists, and project closeout activities
• Mentor Foremen and field leadership personnel

Qualifications

• 7+ years of electrical construction experience required
• 3+ years of superintendent or field leadership experience preferred
• Experience with electrical substations, utility infrastructure, or T&D construction strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of:
  • Medium- and high-voltage electrical systems
  • Utility construction practices
  • Outage coordination
  • Civil and electrical installation sequencing
  • Safety protocols in energized environments
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • One-line diagrams
  • IFC drawings
  • Electrical plans
  • Civil drawings
  • Specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with project documentation, scheduling, and reporting
• Valid driver’s license required
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively for project assignments

Preferred Qualifications

• Utility or EPC contractor experience
• Experience overseeing projects ranging from distribution substations through transmission substations
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
• NCCER or electrical trade background preferred
• Experience managing subcontractors and self-perform crews
• Knowledge of commissioning and startup activities is a plus

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel required based on active project locations
• Travel may include regional or nationwide assignments
• Extended stays at project sites may be required depending on project needs

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Per diem or travel accommodations when applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (90% premium covered)
• Life insurance
• PTO and paid holidays