Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 138,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Company in Canada is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Superintendent to supervise electrical operations on construction projects and coordinate with contractors and suppliers.

The role involves budgeting, safety training, and quality assurance to ensure timely delivery and compliance. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in construction with leadership experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage complex schedules and multiple trades.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of construction industry experience with at least 3 years in a superintendent or equivalent leadership position.
• Proven capability to supervise multiple trades including steel erection, piping, and mechanical systems.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently with strong decision-making and initiative.
• Familiarity with Ganotec policies, procedures, and project-management software.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and on-site issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills for leading diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate crew activities to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to project timelines.
• Support development and implementation of project plans and schedules with project management teams.
• Monitor daily operations, conduct inspections to maintain quality, safety, and compliance.
• Deliver site safety training and promote a culture of safety.
• Manage project budgets and enforce cost-control measures.
• Establish and enforce rigorous quality standards to meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate cross-team communication and adapt to changing project conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety management

Problem-solving

Planning

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Team coordination

Tools

Ganotec software

Job description

Requisition ID: 180436

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: MEC Transportation District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

The Electrical Superintendents’ responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Supervise electrical operations on construction projects. Perform daily inspections of work performed. Act as liaison and coordinator between contractors and engineered equipment suppliers. Solve problems that arise. Establish budgetary guidelines for the job and ensure that cost control measures are being followed. Provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel. Establish quality standards of all jobs and ensure that all quality assurance and company standards are met. Develop and manage job schedules (e.g., three-week, 90 day, man loading), coordinate work with contractors and deliveries with suppliers and ensure inspections are scheduled appropriately.

Mass. Electric Construction Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is an industry leader in transit and rail system construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in the installation of overhead contact systems, traction power substations, signaling and train control, communications and control centers. Our commitment is to hire the best people, train them for today's demands and offer opportunities for growth.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate crew activities to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to project timelines.
• Support the development and implementation of comprehensive project plans and schedules in collaboration with project management teams.
• Monitor daily operations within assigned disciplines, conducting thorough inspections to maintain quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Deliver job site safety training and promote a culture of safety awareness among all personnel to minimize risks and incidents.
• Manage and control project budgets by enforcing cost control measures and proactively addressing potential financial impacts.
• Establish and enforce rigorous quality standards to ensure all work meets or exceeds contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate communication across teams, resolve operational challenges promptly, and adapt to changing project conditions with agility and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of construction industry experience with at least 3 years in a superintendent or equivalent leadership position, preferably within the electrical discipline.
• Proven capability to supervise multiple technical trades, including steel erection, piping, and mechanical systems, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of complex construction processes.
• Self-motivated individual capable of working independently with strong decision-making skills and initiative.
• Ability to quickly assimilate Ganotec’s policies, procedures, and software tools essential for project management and reporting.
• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving, capable of anticipatory thinking and effective resolution of on-site issues.
• Outstanding organizational skills paired with strong communication and interpersonal abilities to lead diverse teams and foster collaborative working relationships.
• Extensive experience in leadership roles encompassing safety management, contractual negotiations, planning, and administration, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and compliantly.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
• Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions

Base Compensation: $138,000/yr - $144,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.