Assistant Superintendent

Helix Electric Inc; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employer-paid medical and dental

Life and AD&D coverage

Rich 401(k) match with vesting

Vacation, sick pay, holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Helix Electric, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Electrical Construction Superintendent to backstop multi‑family electrical projects in Cedar Rapids.

You will assist with safety programs, cost control, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and field administration for 1M+ projects, supervising 15+ electricians, and ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery. Ideal candidates bring leadership, strong communication, and detailed organizational skills, with knowledge of Building Codes and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Trade Certification in a related construction trade will be considered an asset.
• Proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to perform a variety of tasks under multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and related tools.
• Excellent knowledge of Building Codes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with managing and providing leadership for safety and environmental programs
• Assisting with monitoring job costing, quality reporting, forecasting and productivity
• Assisting with coordinating all manpower, materials, and equipment
• Assisting with completing field administration: timesheets, quantity reports, purchases and the job diaries
• Assisting with organizing and coordinating all subcontractor activities
• Assisting with implementing and monitoring the construction plan; including scheduling and logistics
• Assisting with supervising and mentoring field personnel (15+ electricians)

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety programs

Troubleshooting

Time management

Education

Journeyman Trade Certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

To better support current backlog and the anticipated doubling of business over the next few years, Helix Electric has created a new position for a dynamic Assistant Electrical Construction Superintendent. At any given time, this superintendent will be executing projects 1M+ in electrical work in high‑end multi‑family projects. The successful superintendent will manage all electrical installations, troubleshooting, delivering quality output, meeting customer expectations, managing scope, delivering on time, and delivering within budget.

Helix Electric, Inc. is one of the most successful open‑shop electrical contracting companies in the nation. Helix Electric has expertise with projects in virtually every field of electrical construction – design/build services, industrial, commercial, mixed‑use/multi‑family developments as well as government, institutional, communications and utilities projects. Helix Electric possesses world‑class technical experts who maintain vital, long‑term relationships and a high level of credibility with the general contractors, utility and power user customers we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with managing and providing leadership for safety and environmental programs
• Assisting with monitoring job costing, quality reporting, forecasting and productivity
• Assisting with coordinating all manpower, materials, and equipment
• Assisting with completing field administration: timesheets, quantity reports, purchases and the job diaries
• Assisting with organizing and coordinating all subcontractor activities
• Assisting with implementing and monitoring the construction plan; including scheduling and logistics
• Assisting with supervising and mentoring field personnel (15+ electricians)

Requirements

• Journeyman Trade Certification in a related construction trade will be considered an asset
• A proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to perform a variety of tasks under multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Excellent knowledge of the Building Codes

Physical Demands & Requirements

• Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow.
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves always), respirator when required.
• Able to work 8‑10 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime, and night shifts as required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, routine heavy lifting in excess of 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling of objects.
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Benefits

• A full‑time stable career opportunity with competitive wages
• 100% employer‑paid medical and dental with vision options available
• Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer paid with buy‑up options
• Rich 401(k) employer match with aggressive vesting schedule
• Vacation, sick pay, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional voluntary benefits

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