Electrical Construction Superintendent
Organo USA
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Job summary
Organo USA is seeking a Superintendent for Electrical Construction Work to support the UPW plant project. You will oversee electrical and instrument construction activities, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery across all phases.
The role requires strong leadership, ability to read electrical drawings, and experience with construction scheduling and cost control in a fast-paced environment. Based in Phoenix, AZ and reporting to the Construction Manager.
Qualifications
- Experience in industrial electrical and instrument construction.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience coordinating with multiple contractors/workers and scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and supervise electrical/instrument construction activities for UPW systems.
- Read blueprints and ensure adherence to project specifications and codes.
- Manage subcontractors, track progress, and maintain safety and quality standards.
- Support cost control, scheduling, and documentation throughout the project.
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Job Location: Phoenix, AZ - Phoenix, AZ 85027
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Standard Business Hours
Job Category: Engineering
The Organo Group leverages the technologies it has cultivated through long experience with water treatment to contribute to the industries that create the future, and to the development of societal infrastructure. Water is a precious asset, shared by all life forms on the planet. It has been Organo's central theme throughout its history, and the company continues to pursue a deeper understanding of water and to nurture water-related technologies. Organo brings the powerful benefits of this life-sustaining resource to the development of societal infrastructure, to leading-edge industry, and to daily life.
For more information on Organo USA, visit https://www.organo.co.jp/english/.
The Superintendent for Electrical Construction Work will support the Construction Manager of the UPW (Ultra Pure Water) Plant in the semiconductor project who has OUS's subcontractors' oversight for all phases of electrical as well as instrument construction work.
The Superintendent reports to the Construction Manager and Sub Construction Manager.
- Understand the UPW process from design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and final turnover.
- Coordinate and assist with the supervision contractors/subcontractors for all UPW-related activities.
- Maintain clear and timely communication with team members and elevate issues immediately.
- Read and interpret blueprints such as, electrical drawings, single line drawings, loop drawings, schematics, and project specifications for accurate planning.
- Analyze technical issues and support decision-making that prioritizes safety, quality, and project sequencing.
- Resolve conflicts amid stakeholders effectively and encourage open communication and diverse viewpoints.
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills and sound judgment in decision-making.
- Collaborate closely and maintain strong relationships with subcontractor teams.
- Hold team members accountable for their assigned responsibilities.
- Promote a positive, energetic, and high-performance team culture.
- Coordinate with stakeholders including the owner, subcontractors, design engineers, and technicians.
- Support the training and development of team members to enhance overall team capability.
- Coordinate, plan, and review major construction activities related to UPW electrical/instrument system.
- Perform constructability reviews and report issues promptly.
- Work with subcontractors to develop recovery schedule plans when needed.
- Ensure team members have required resources, tools, and materials.
- Assist in guiding project schedule, sequencing, and work prioritization.
- Participate in subcontractor evaluations and support contract-related documentation.
- Ensure installations comply with master specifications, standard details, and state/local codes.
- Review and support quality assurance activities across all phases.
- Monitor material requisitions, delivery schedules, and procurement needs.
- Supervise field inspections and monitor construction progress.
- Ensure proper controls are in place for cost accuracy.
- Assist in forecasting cost impacts (Budget vs. ACWP (Actual Cost of Work Performed, incurred costs).
- Attend meetings with the owner, prime contractor, and subcontractors, and manage and review schedules, RFIs, and change orders.
- Provide guidance on critical path activities and review them weekly.
- Analyze monthly progress reports, identifying cost trends or potential overruns.
- Identify risk, opportunities for improvement, and optimization.
- Review man-hour estimates and assist in weekly schedule planning.
- Manage overall construction progress of piping work and equipment installation.
- Prepare draft of progress reports to the owner in a timely and clear manner.
- Collect progress updates and daily/weekly/monthly reports from subcontractors.
- Coordinate with other subcontractors to support smooth construction execution.
- Ensure equipment/material delivery paths and access routes are secured.
- Align electrical/instrument work schedules on common racks with other contractors.
- Coordinate scaffolding installation in common areas.
- Verify subcontractor manpower attendance and productivity.
- Provide instructions and communicate technical requirements to subcontractors.
- Review subcontractor data, progress summaries, and material usage reports.
- Confirm installation quality and verify continuity test, insulation resistance test, and other inspections.
- Review test records, inspection forms, and ensure proper documentation.
- Review material specifications, installation procedures, and equipment standards.
- Identify and report technical or safety-related issues immediately.
- Prepare and update construction procedures, method statements, and work instructions.
- Experience in industrial electrical and instumentaion work
- Strong understanding of electrical/instrument drawings, P&IDs, and construction sequences.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience coordinating with multiple contractors/workers.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Experience in semiconductor plant construction (e.g., UPW, WWT, CMP, PCW systems).
- Knowledge of ASME, ASTM, and SEMI standards.
- Intermediate level of BIM (Revit, Navisworks) understanding.
- Experience supporting commissioning and startup.
- Multilingual capability (Japanese/English) is a plus.
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Associate degree or technical apprenticeship preferred
- Bachelors Degree is a plus but not mandatory
- Licensed as a B1 (General Commercial Contractor) or actively pursuing B1 licensure with proven experience in construction projects.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in Commercial Construction/ Semi-Conductor projects
- Minimum 4 years Supervision experience
- Chinese or Japanese proficiency is a plus, but not required
- Ability to understand and interpret applicable building codes
- Experience installing water systems with all supporting mechanical/ electrical/ control systems
- Knowledge of OSHA safety protocols, procedures and regulations; Preferably OSHA 30 trained
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient on computer programs
- Perform work at heights from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks, roofs, or other areas occasionally or as job requires
Organo USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans Qualifications
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