E&I Superintendent

Matrix Service Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

The Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Superintendent at Matrix Service Company leads planning and daily supervision of foremen and craft teams on heavy industrial projects, covering electrical and instrumentation installation, safety procedures, and schedule adherence.

Travel to project sites is required; per diem provided for eligible travel. The role demands strong leadership, safety compliance, and coordination with safety, engineering, and purchasing to keep work on track.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in similar facility, including construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures.
• 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of electrical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of industry hand and power tools.
• Complete the Matrix Service Safety training and Client/Site specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the drug testing program.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
• Ability to supervise large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plans and supervises work activities. Determines method of construction, safety procedures and requirements, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documents actual hours worked.
• Coordinates assigned work with different crafts, company departments and/or subcontractors.
• Maintains liaison with safety department, engineering, estimating and planning to ensure work complies with safety policies, drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Assists in resolving construction problems and safety issues, as required.
• Conducts accident investigations with safety department, as required.
• Maintains communication with the HR Department to resolve issues of requisitioning required manpower.
• Monitors craft compliance with project safety program requirements. Documents and ensures corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintains liaison with other departments (Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering) to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support craft activities and project schedule.
• Conducts field safety audits, as required, and maintains a complete understanding of Corporate Safety Manual and requirements.
• Performs additional responsibilities, as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervisory ability

Computer skills

Education

4-year engineering degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Hand & power tools

Job description

Job Summary
The Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Superintendent is responsible for planning the works and daily supervision of subordinate foremen and craft employees and/or subcontractor personnel tasked with the electrical and instrumentation installation for heavy industrial projects including Lockout Tagout, grounding, duct banks, cable tray, conduit, cable pulling, terminations, lighting, gas detection, process instruments and tubing, gas chromatographs, and testing.

Travel Requirements

Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Plans and supervises work activities. Determines method of construction, safety procedures and requirements, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documents actual hours worked.
• Coordinates assigned work with different crafts, company departments and/or subcontractors.
• Maintains liaison with safety department, engineering, estimating and planning to ensure work complies with safety policies, drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Assists in resolving construction problems and safety issues, as required.
• Conducts accident investigations with safety department, as required.
• Maintains communication with the HR Department to resolve issues of requisitioning required manpower.
• Monitors craft compliance with project safety program requirements. Documents and ensures corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintains liaison with other departments (Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering) to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support craft activities and project schedule.
• Conducts field safety audits, as required, and maintains a complete understanding of Corporate Safety Manual and requirements.
• Performs additional responsibilities, as directed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in similar facility, including construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures; 1+ years’ experience supervising craft employees.
• 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of electrical, industrial or refinery maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of industry hand and power tools.
• Complete the Matrix Service Safety training and Client/Site specific training.
• Must obtain and maintain active status within the drug testing program.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
• Ability to supervise large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project via turnstile access.
• Extensive walking in and around a construction site.
• Tasks at heights including climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, and working on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work in small or confined spaces.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. fall protection harness, hard hat, etc.).
• Ability to be fit tested for and use a respirator.
• Ability to perform work outside, which may include exposure to all types of weather conditions

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In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.