Ferrovial Webber Energy – Electrical Superintendent

Ferrovial Services Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial Webber Energy is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to oversee the electrical scope of solar farm construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

You will coordinate DC/AC collection systems, grounding, inverters, transformers, and medium-voltage gear, lead a field team, manage subcontractors, and collaborate with mechanical, civil, and commissioning teams to keep schedules aligned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial electrical construction experience, with solar/renewable energy project experience preferred.
• Significant supervisory and/or leadership experience.
• Experience overseeing DC collection, AC collection, underground electrical systems, cable installation, terminations, grounding, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and medium-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical construction activities for solar farm installations.
• Coordinate installation of underground conduit, cable trenching, and terminations.
• Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with codes and project specs.
• Manage subcontractors, monitor costs and schedule.
• Collaborate with mechanical, civil, commissioning teams to avoid conflicts.

Skills

Electrical construction

Supervisory experience

Reading electrical drawings

Project management software

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Excel

Team leadership

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Ferrovial Webber Energy – Electrical Superintendent

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Webber Energy is a joint venture between Ferrovial Energy Solutions and Webber, dedicated to promoting the transition toward a sustainable, clean, and cutting-edge economy. As a full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, we focus on delivering turnkey solutions for renewable energy projects. Our expertise spans the construction of photovoltaic (PV) plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and wind projects.

We cover the complete energy cycle, from engineering and procurement to construction and commissioning, ensuring that our clients receive efficient and high-quality solutions tailored to their specific needs. Our team, with more than 15 years of experience and over 2GW of accumulated project capacity, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project we undertake.

Our mission is to develop solutions that exceed satisfaction, maximize shareholder value, foster the professional development of our crew members, and have a positive impact on our community. We are committed to quality, safety, sustainability, and the satisfaction of our clients in every project we embark on.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture:Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Join Our Team as an Electrical Superintendent and Grow Your Career with Webber

Are you passionate about driving project success and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within a dynamic environment? Webber, an industry leader in construction and infrastructure, is seeking a dynamic Electrical Superintendent to join our Energy Division

Your Role: Driving excellence through technical expertise and innovation

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the electrical scope of construction work for all assigned solar renewable energy projects. This includes managing the installation of DC and AC electrical systems, underground and aboveground cabling, combiner equipment, inverters, transformers, grounding systems, and other electrical components essential to utility-scale solar construction. The role ensures all electrical work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards, electrical codes, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Ensure a safe workplace by partnering with the Safety department, Safety committee, and Project Management to support policies, procedures, and practices for establishing a safe work environment.
• Oversee and coordinate all electrical construction activities related to solar farm installations, including DC collection systems, AC collection systems, cable installation, terminations, grounding, inverters, transformers, and associated electrical equipment.
• Coordinate installation of underground conduit, cable trenching, cable pulling, wire management, and electrical terminations throughout the solar facility.
• Oversee installation and connection of solar module wiring, string circuits, combiner equipment, and inverter systems.
• Coordinate installation of medium-voltage collection systems, transformers, switchgear, and associated electrical equipment.
• Ensure grounding and bonding systems are installed in accordance with project drawings, specifications, and applicable electrical codes.
• Control job progress by managing Subcontractors, solving problems and conflicts, using proper documentation, quality control, and safety control techniques on the job.
• Monitor and control project costs through weekly evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs.
• Oversee field productivity, cost control, quality control, and scheduling to ensure construction schedules and budgets are met.
• Coordinate electrical activities with mechanical, civil, commissioning, and project management teams to maintain construction sequencing and prevent schedule conflicts.
• Work with field and project management to address cost and schedule concerns.
• Participate in job start and job close meetings.
• Communicate regularly with Project Management to troubleshoot job challenges and update job status.
• Communicate and enforce company policies and procedures with field personnel and Subcontractors.
• Provide leadership by building cooperative relationships, being decisive, and taking responsibility.
• Lead team members by example, provide effective coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Review electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, and installation details to ensure field installations meet design requirements.
• Inspect electrical work and ensure quality assurance and quality control requirements are maintained throughout construction.
• Support testing, energization, commissioning, and turnover activities as the project progresses toward completion.
• Other unlisted duties as assigned.

Who You Are: A Profile of Success

• 5+ years of industrial electrical construction experience, with solar/renewable energy project experience preferred, and significant supervisory and/or leadership experience.
• Experience with electrical installation on utility-scale solar or similar large-scale power generation projects.
• Experience overseeing DC collection, AC collection, underground electrical systems, cable installation, terminations, grounding, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and medium-voltage systems.
• Understanding of electrical construction sequencing, testing, commissioning, and energization activities.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, OSHA requirements, and industry safety standards.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented.
• Moderate to high proficiency operating project management and construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, technical documents, and equipment installation manuals.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.

What You'll Love: The Webber Advantage

• Competitive base salary and bonus potential
• Company vehicle, fuel card and toll tags
• Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.
• 401k match up to 6%
• Learning and development programs and education reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth in a company that values innovation and sustainability.
• A collaborative culture that values each member of our team.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Webber, a Ferrovial company, and its group of companies, are equal opportunity employers. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.