DALLAS-FORT WORTH REGION
BMS Controls + Low Voltage Electrical Superintendent
Path to Project Manager
DFW’s most important buildings - hospitals, universities, and critical infrastructure - need field leaders who’ve earned their authority. If you’re ready to run the site and grow into Project Manager, Vanguard has the platform.
Full-Time
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX Commercial & Institutional
About The Role
Vanguard is expanding its commercial and institutional footprint across DFW and we need a Superintendent who can lead field operations at scale. You’ll oversee BMS controls and low voltage electrical installations across hospitals, K-12 schools, universities, and public infrastructure - managing crews, driving schedules, coordinating trades, and holding the quality standard. This is a high-accountability role with a direct path to Project Manager for the right person.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily electrical construction activities across multiple job sites within the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), TX area
- Travel regularly between job sites to monitor progress, safety, and quality
- Supervise and direct BMS controls and low voltage electrical field crews across assigned project areas
- Drive daily production goals in alignment with project schedules and milestones
- Ensure all BMS and low voltage installations comply with drawings, specifications, and code
- Coordinate with Project Managers, other trade Superintendents, GC/CM, and owner representatives
- Manage manpower allocation, crew scheduling, and subcontractor oversight
- Coordinate material, tool, and equipment availability to support uninterrupted field operations
- Enforce Vanguard’s safety standards, OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety protocols
- Enforce QA/QC standards and hold crews accountable to workmanship expectations - identify deficiencies and drive corrective action
- Provide daily field reports covering production, manpower, issues, and schedule impacts
- Lead, mentor, and manage Foremen, Installers, and Apprentices to meet project schedules and production goals
- Participate in project planning meetings, coordination sessions, and schedule reviews
- Conduct routine jobsite walks to verify installation quality and safety compliance
- Review drawings, specifications, and work plans to ensure proper installation
- Identify and proactively resolve field issues impacting schedule, productivity, or quality
- Maintain professional communication with clients, inspectors, and trade partners
What We’re Looking For
- Proven field leader with deep BMS controls and low voltage technical knowledge
- Strong communicator who can coordinate across crews, trades, and project teams
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple crews and moving parts simultaneously
- Safety champion who leads by example and addresses hazards proactively
- Solutions-oriented and decisive - able to resolve field issues without losing momentum
- Committed to developing people and building a strong field culture
Qualifications
- 5+ years of BMS controls, low voltage, and/or electrical construction experience with supervisory responsibility (required)
- Prior supervisory or lead experience in BMS controls or low voltage (required)
- Strong knowledge of BMS systems, controls sequences, and low voltage infrastructure
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, site safety practices, and LOTO procedures
- Experience coordinating with multiple trades on commercial construction projects
- Proven experience managing multiple job sites simultaneously
- Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and crew management skills
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the DFW Metroplex
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital field reporting tools (preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience on healthcare, educational, or public infrastructure projects
- OSHA 30 certification
- Knowledge of building automation protocols (BACnet, Modbus, LonWorks)
- Experience with BIM coordination or Lean construction practices
- Track record of mentoring and developing field talent
- Commercial and industrial electrical construction experiencevil