Traveling Electrical Superintendent - Power Delivery / Electrical Infrastructure

Traveling Electrical Superintendent - Power Delivery / Electrical InfrastructureLocation: Nationwide - traveling position; assignments may be anywhere in the United States. Candidates may maintain their preferred home base.Pay Range: $102,900-$154,400 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.Work Schedule: Three weeks on-site, Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed, followed by one week at home.Type of Employment: Permanent HireTravel & Additional Compensation:Per Diem: $1,660, paid every two weeks.Travel Allowance: $400, paid whether or not you travel home during your scheduled time off.Project Completion Bonus: 10%, pending confirmation. The percentage is based on your pay during the project.Annual Bonus: Paid every March.Incentive Pay: Starts at 5% of each paycheck and increases annually, up to 15%.Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer matching; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; mental health and work-life resources; and gym membership discounts.The Planet Group is currently seeking a Traveling Electrical Superintendent for a growing company in the power delivery and electrical infrastructure industry. Qualified candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, a minimum of 12 years of experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction, and a minimum of 13 years of supervisory experience. Candidates must have a strong understanding of electrical theory and NFPA 70E certification. Battery storage or energy storage experience is highly preferred but not required. A Journeyman or Master Electrician license is a plus but not mandatory. Candidates must be willing to travel nationwide and follow a three-weeks-on, one-week-home rotation. Job DescriptionThe Traveling Electrical Superintendent will provide electrical expertise and overall supervision for project electrical scopes from planning through closeout. This individual will oversee electrical subcontractors and field personnel, ensure quality installations, and support site management in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality construction projects.The role focuses on electrical infrastructure, including underground cabling, overhead transmission and collection lines, high- and medium-voltage equipment, and substation construction. The successful candidate will be a hands-on electrical leader with strong technical knowledge, a commitment to safety, and the ability to manage field teams, schedules, quality, and project resources.Battery energy storage system (BESS) experience is highly preferred but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in power delivery, substations, transmission and distribution, wind, solar, utilities, and industrial electrical construction are encouraged to apply.This position requires nationwide travel, potentially to any location in the United States. The typical rotation is three weeks working on-site, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed, followed by one week at home. This is a traveling field position, not a remote role. ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and supervise on-site electrical construction, including underground cabling, overhead lines, transmission and collection systems, and substation construction.Provide electrical expertise and oversight from project planning through construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout.Review electrical drawings, submittals, specifications, and construction documents to ensure quality and compliance.Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and three-week look-ahead plans.Supervise electrical subcontractors and self-performed work, ensuring productivity, quality, and compliance with project requirements.Monitor subcontractor performance, safety practices, staffing, and resource planning.Oversee the installation and termination of fiber-optic cables.Ensure proper installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance practices for electrical equipment and systems.Enforce site safety procedures and the project's Zero Injury Safety Program.Monitor construction quality and ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project specifications.Coach, mentor, and develop field personnel and participate in hiring decisions as needed.Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues.Support project planning, resource allocation, schedule management, and construction execution.Maintain professional working relationships and promote an inclusive, collaborative, safety-focused environment.RequirementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.Minimum 12 years of experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction.Minimum 13 years of supervisory experience.Strong understanding of electrical theory and electrical construction practices.NFPA 70E certification.Current valid driver's license.Working knowledge of current NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards, including applicable industry safety requirements and methods.Ability to gain and maintain a basic understanding of wind turbine construction, applicable code requirements, and installation methods.Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.Proficiency in the installation, testing, acceptance, maintenance, and repair of high- and medium-voltage cables.Knowledge of electrical testing methods and equipment, including current injection, Hi-Pot testing, capacitance discharge, contact resistance, Megger, TTR, Doble, and other cable and equipment testing methods.Working knowledge of electrical drawings, sketches, and prints; underground duct banks; trenching; manholes and vaults; distribution and collection systems; underground and pad-mounted transformers; and SCADA systems used in the power industry.Knowledge of transmission line construction, testing, and commissioning, as well as substation construction, testing, and commissioning.Strong leadership, communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.Ability to travel nationwide and work the three-weeks-on, one-week-home rotation, including occasional Saturday work.Understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity principles, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.Preferred QualificationsBattery energy storage system (BESS) or other energy storage project experience.Experience in solar, wind, power delivery, utilities, transmission and distribution, or industrial electrical construction.Journeyman or Master Electrician license.Experience with subcontractor management, project scheduling, quality control, field resource planning, and construction closeout.Experience mentoring electrical personnel and leading complex field operations.Important: Battery storage experience and a Journeyman or Master Electrician license are preferred but not mandatory. The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.EEOC Compliance StatementThe Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Traveling Electrical Superintendent - Power Delivery / Electrical InfrastructureLocation: Nationwide - traveling position; assignments may be anywhere in the United States. Candidates may maintain their preferred home base.Pay Range: $102,900-$154,400 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.Work Schedule: Three weeks on-site, Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed, followed by one week at home.Type of Employment: Permanent HireTravel & Additional Compensation:Per Diem: $1,660, paid every two weeks.Travel Allowance: $400, paid whether or not you travel home during your scheduled time off.Project Completion Bonus: 10%, pending confirmation. The percentage is based on your pay during the project.Annual Bonus: Paid every March.Incentive Pay: Starts at 5% of each paycheck and increases annually, up to 15%.Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer matching; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; mental health and work-life resources; and gym membership discounts.The Planet Group is currently seeking a Traveling Electrical Superintendent for a growing company in the power delivery and electrical infrastructure industry. Qualified candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, a minimum of 12 years of experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction, and a minimum of 13 years of supervisory experience. Candidates must have a strong understanding of electrical theory and NFPA 70E certification. Battery storage or energy storage experience is highly preferred but not required. A Journeyman or Master Electrician license is a plus but not mandatory. Candidates must be willing to travel nationwide and follow a three-weeks-on, one-week-home rotation. Job DescriptionThe Traveling Electrical Superintendent will provide electrical expertise and overall supervision for project electrical scopes from planning through closeout. This individual will oversee electrical subcontractors and field personnel, ensure quality installations, and support site management in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality construction projects.The role focuses on electrical infrastructure, including underground cabling, overhead transmission and collection lines, high- and medium-voltage equipment, and substation construction. The successful candidate will be a hands-on electrical leader with strong technical knowledge, a commitment to safety, and the ability to manage field teams, schedules, quality, and project resources.Battery energy storage system (BESS) experience is highly preferred but not required. Candidates with backgrounds in power delivery, substations, transmission and distribution, wind, solar, utilities, and industrial electrical construction are encouraged to apply.This position requires nationwide travel, potentially to any location in the United States. The typical rotation is three weeks working on-site, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed, followed by one week at home. This is a traveling field position, not a remote role. ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and supervise on-site electrical construction, including underground cabling, overhead lines, transmission and collection systems, and substation construction.Provide electrical expertise and oversight from project planning through construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout.Review electrical drawings, submittals, specifications, and construction documents to ensure quality and compliance.Develop, maintain, and update project schedules and three-week look-ahead plans.Supervise electrical subcontractors and self-performed work, ensuring productivity, quality, and compliance with project requirements.Monitor subcontractor performance, safety practices, staffing, and resource planning.Oversee the installation and termination of fiber-optic cables.Ensure proper installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance practices for electrical equipment and systems.Enforce site safety procedures and the project's Zero Injury Safety Program.Monitor construction quality and ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project specifications.Coach, mentor, and develop field personnel and participate in hiring decisions as needed.Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues.Support project planning, resource allocation, schedule management, and construction execution.Maintain professional working relationships and promote an inclusive, collaborative, safety-focused environment.RequirementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.Minimum 12 years of experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction.Minimum 13 years of supervisory experience.Strong understanding of electrical theory and electrical construction practices.NFPA 70E certification.Current valid driver's license.Working knowledge of current NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards, including applicable industry safety requirements and methods.Ability to gain and maintain a basic understanding of wind turbine construction, applicable code requirements, and installation methods.Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.Proficiency in the installation, testing, acceptance, maintenance, and repair of high- and medium-voltage cables.Knowledge of electrical testing methods and equipment, including current injection, Hi-Pot testing, capacitance discharge, contact resistance, Megger, TTR, Doble, and other cable and equipment testing methods.Working knowledge of electrical drawings, sketches, and prints; underground duct banks; trenching; manholes and vaults; distribution and collection systems; underground and pad-mounted transformers; and SCADA systems used in the power industry.Knowledge of transmission line construction, testing, and commissioning, as well as substation construction, testing, and commissioning.Strong leadership, communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.Ability to travel nationwide and work the three-weeks-on, one-week-home rotation, including occasional Saturday work.Understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity principles, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use.Preferred QualificationsBattery energy storage system (BESS) or other energy storage project experience.Experience in solar, wind, power delivery, utilities, transmission and distribution, or industrial electrical construction.Journeyman or Master Electrician license.Experience with subcontractor management, project scheduling, quality control, field resource planning, and construction closeout.Experience mentoring electrical personnel and leading complex field operations.Important: Battery storage experience and a Journeyman or Master Electrician license are preferred but not mandatory. The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.EEOC Compliance StatementThe Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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