Electrical Construction - Superintendent

trioelectric; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Performance-based bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Trio Electric, a leading electrical design, construction and service firm in Texas, seeks an Electrical Superintendent to lead field operations from preconstruction through completion on large commercial and light industrial projects in Houston.

You will mentor foremen and crew, manage manpower, plan schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance with plans and local codes while delivering projects on time and within specifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical construction experience.
• 3+ years in a Superintendent position.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools for electrical work.
• Experience ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
• Proven success managing large-scale commercial projects.
• Strong manpower planning, scheduling, and field execution.
• Experience in healthcare, commercial, manufacturing, education, or data center projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all electrical field operations on assigned projects, including planning, execution, coordination, and closeout.
• Lead, mentor, supervise, coordinate, and schedule foremen, electricians, and other field personnel.
• Manage manpower planning, workforce forecasting, productivity, and crew assignments based on project and material requirements.
• Drive project schedules, monitor progress, and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Conduct planning and coordination meetings with project stakeholders.
• Ensure quality standards, contract requirements, specifications, and local code compliance are met.
• Champion site safety and report hazards; support safety initiatives.
• Inspect work progress, equipment, and sites for safety and quality.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine installation procedures.
• Estimate and order materials and evaluate labor needs.
• Maintain valid electrician license as required by law.
• Record progress information on required forms and reports.
• Support workforce development, recruitment, and team growth.
• Work scheduled hours, including overtime and weekends.

Skills

Electrical construction

Superintendent

Materials knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Manpower planning

Scheduling

Leadership

Team leadership

Healthcare projects

Job description

Grow Your Career with a Company That Invests in YOU

Trio Electric is one of the leading electrical design, construction, and service firms in Texas. We are a full-service electrical contractor focusing on commercial and light industrial projects. In house, we boast both a professional engineering team and a 24/7 emergency service team. We are a member of the National Independent Electrical Contractor’s Association (IEC).At TRIO Electric, you'll work on some of the largest commercial construction projects in Houston while being supported by industry-leading planning, BIM coordination, prefab operations, and experienced field leadership.

The Role

As an Electrical Superintendent, you'll play a key role in leading field operations and ensuring successful project delivery from preconstruction through completion.

This is an excellent opportunity for established field leaders who enjoy driving project execution, developing Foremen, and delivering complex projects safely, on schedule, and to the highest standards.

Project Portfolio

• Healthcare facilities
• Advanced manufacturing facilities
• Commercial developments
• University campuses
• Parking & Garage structures

Responsibilities

• Oversee all electrical field operations on assigned projects, including planning, execution, coordination, and closeout.
• Lead, mentor, supervise, coordinate, and schedule foremen, electricians, and other field personnel.
• Manage manpower planning, workforce forecasting, productivity, and crew assignments based on project and material requirements.
• Drive project schedules, monitor progress, and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Conduct planning and coordination meetings with project stakeholders, including Project Managers, General Contractors, clients, and other trade partners.
• Ensure quality standards, contract requirements, specifications, and local code compliance are met.
• Champion site safety, follow all safety rules, and support company safety initiatives by identifying and reporting hazards.
• Inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety, quality, and compliance with plans and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine construction requirements and plan installation procedures.
• Estimate and order materials, and evaluate labor needs to complete work efficiently.
• Assemble, install, test, maintain, diagnose, and inspect electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Advise management on unsafe equipment conditions and whether continued operation could present a hazard.
• Maintain a current electrician’s license or identification card as required by law.
• Record personnel, production, operational, and job progress information on required forms and reports.
• Support workforce development, recruitment, and team growth.
• Work scheduled hours, including overtime and weekends as needed, and respond to management requests in a timely manner.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of electrical construction experience
• 3+ years in a Superintendent position
• Building and Construction – knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in electrical work.
• Experience evaluating information to determine compliance with standards, by using relevant information and good judgement to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Proven success managing large-scale commercial construction projects
• Strong background in manpower planning, scheduling, and field execution
• Experience within healthcare, commercial, manufacturing, education, or data center projects
• Ability to lead multiple Foremen and large field teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

What's On Offer

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Vehicle allowance and fuel card
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Industry-leading benefits
• Long-term project pipeline across Houston, TX
• Clear progression into Senior Superintendent and Operations Leadership roles
• Opportunity to work on some of Texas' most high-profile and technically challenging projects
• Access to an on-site healthcare clinic for you and your family
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Holidays and PTO.
• 401(k) with company contributions

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading recognized contractor with a reputation for delivering complex projects and investing heavily in its people. If you're an Electrical Superintendent looking for your next challenge, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.