Construction Superintendent - High Voltage

William Charles Construction; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Flexible spending account (Healthcare,

Dependent care)

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave with Differential Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Short/long-term disability & life ins.

Emergency Travel Assistance Program

Group legal plan

Job summary

William Charles Electric, a MasTec Company, is hiring a Construction Superintendent for high voltage projects across the Midwest. You will manage on‑site construction, coordinate with crews and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The role requires extensive field leadership, BOM validation, and daily reporting to the Operations Manager, with up to 75% travel and a company vehicle provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's preferred in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering.
• 10–15+ years' experience in substation construction and related fields.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and perform BOM takeoff to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee site construction from below grade to completion with focus on safety and quality.
• Mentor crew members and coordinate with subcontractors to stay on schedule.
• Lead planning with 3-week look-ahead schedule and update as work progresses.
• Attend project meetings and support project management with change orders.

Skills

MS Office

ProCore

MS Teams

Blueprint reading

Technical reporting

Presentations

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

OSHA 30

Tools

ProCore

MS Teams

Job description

Construction Superintendent - High Voltage

Job Locations: US-IL-Rockford | US-IN-Indianapolis | US-OH-Grover Hill

Overview

William Charles Electric, a MasTec Company, is currently hiring for a Superintendent to support our Power Delivery team in the Midwest.

The Superintendent will be responsible for the on‑site management of high voltage projects including transmission & distribution, substation and data centers. The position will report concentrate on field coordination and production, safety, and quality compliance.

Location & Travel: You can be based in any city or state in the United States. This is a traveling position encompassing work sites in the Midwest. Must be capable of up to 75% travel (e.g. 3 weeks or 15 days per month) by automobile (as driver and passenger), commercial airlines, rental vehicles and public transportation and be able to lodge in public facilities. Travel will be necessary to conduct the duties of this job, and the employee must have the ability to drive and have proper licensing. We offer designated per diem in addition to base pay to support and help you cover living expenses during the travel rotation. A company vehicle and fuel card will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Operations Manager daily.
• Review project drawings and do a material takeoff to ensure an accurate BOM.
• Meet with the local IBEW to discuss the project and manpower requirements.
• Determine equipment needs and coordinate with fleet to schedule delivery.
• Walkdown the project prior to construction for site layout.
• Oversee site construction from below grade work through completion.
• Ensure all safety and quality requirements are followed by performing observations and immediately addressing any deviations.
• Mentor crew members.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to confirm they are on schedule and following site policies.
• Attend project meetings and report as required.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Project Engineer, Field Engineer, crew and back-office personnel.
• Assist Project Manager with change orders.
• Layout and maintain a 3-week look-ahead schedule.
• Provide work tasks and job progression for the Plan of the Day (POD).
• Update overall schedule as the job progresses.
• Coordinate with Testing group prior to commissioning.
• Ensure any punch-list items are addressed to the Owner's satisfaction.
• Red-line drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
• Review and approve General Foreman timecards in Heavy Bid.
• Safety planning for all field operations and activities along a busy road right away, rock boring, environmental hazards, and fire hazards.
• Personnel management, including setting production goals, safety goals and quality goals.
• Identify resources needed, including personnel and equipment for job sites.
• Manage and update the work schedule.
• Contribute to the monthly cost to complete projects and advise the Project Manager.
• Weekly quantities completed and accurately reported.
• Review progress and performance weekly with the Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Required to have 10 to 15+ years of experience with thorough knowledge of all aspects of substation construction.
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering or related field, preferred). A combination of education & experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• OSHA 30.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company's Zero Injury principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient with ProCore, MS Teams and MS office programs.
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints, technical specifications and procedures, contracts or governmental regulations.
• Write reports and document project activities.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from project managers and superintendents.

What's in it for you:

• Financial Wellbeing

Compensation $120,000-$150,000 / year, commensurate with experience. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. William Charles has reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate

• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

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