Electrical General Superintendent

Tri-City Electrical Contractors Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor in New York is seeking a General Superintendent to oversee field activities for electrical projects. The ideal candidate will manage project execution, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and have at least 8 years of construction management experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of construction management or craft supervision experience.
• Must have the ability to communicate in English at a 12th-grade level.
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Codes.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all field activities and ensure project compliance.
• Monitor project progress and costs, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule.
• Ensure job site safety and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four-year Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accubid

Bluebeam

Autodesk

PlanGrid

Raken

Job description

MISSION:

Achieving excellence through the dedication, innovation, and growth of our employee-owners, creating lasting value with our business partners.

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Ownership: As employee-owners, we lead with discipline, act with conviction, and deliver more than is expected.
• Transparency: We cultivate an environment of collaboration, accountability, and trust.
• Safety: The principle that shapes our culture, values, and resolve.

JOB SUMMARY:

The General Superintendent is responsible for providing oversight of all field activities, including organization, management, and execution of work, as well as leading, motivating, and overseeing all aspects of the planning, implementation, and completion of electrical projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Perform skilled labor duties related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment, including but not limited to:

• Monitor the work of the superintendents to ensure that the project is constructed under the construction documents, budget, and schedule.
• Ensure that the Short Interval Construction schedule is properly utilized to control job costs.
• Establish a good relationship with the general contractor.
• Provide technical assistance, i.e. interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc., as required.
• Assist Project Managers in developing and implementing project procedures, working documents, standards, etc.
• Ensure with superintendents that all on-site personnel comply with project procedures, work rules, etc.
• Document all violations, notify Project Management, and recommend/implement corrective actions as required.
• Maintain familiarity with plans, specifications, scope, and contracts.
• Attend job scheduling and coordination meetings as required to observe, monitor, and detect any potential problems that may be developing.
• Monitor and document the progress of the job as required.
• Direct or implement solutions to ensure the project is being constructed within budget.
• Support superintendents with current and accurate information as required.
• Assist superintendents in establishing an action plan for maximizing the quantity and quality of work performed.
• Track the materials to know which materials are on-site, on order, or back-ordered. Determine an action plan for any critical items that are on backorder.
• Ensure job site housekeeping complies with contract requirements.
• Monitors discipline construction productivity, progress, and cost and reports to the Supervisor.
• Apply knowledge of National Electrical Codes as needed.
• Assist with electrical system installation, troubleshooting, and repair as needed.
• Ensure all installations meet quality and electrical code standards.
• Monitor and resolve matters relating to work procedures, complaints, damages, accidents, and delays.
• Confer with the Superintendent and technical personnel, other departments, and contractors to resolve problems and coordinate activities.
• Ensure all company safety measures and regulations are followed and enforce the use of safety equipment when required.
• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Participate in the review and processing of contracts for construction with general contractors with emphasis on work scope.
• Participate in project turnover, project startup, and project percent complete meetings.
• Participate in the preparation of the project closeout package and turnover with the general contractor.
• Participate in the Tri-City close-out meetings.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position directly supervises employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities per the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, order of operations) to calculate labor, materials, and/or cost estimates for projects and work orders, etc
• Working knowledge of National Electrical Codes
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in the English language at a 12th-grade level
• Minimum of eight (8) years of construction management and/or craft supervision experience in similar facility construction or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), negotiations, engineering, cost control schedules, and safety
• Expert working knowledge of National Electrical Codes
• Must have excellent communication skills, strong leadership skills, and a strong safety background
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license in good standing to meet the company's driving requirements
• High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Active Florida Journeyman or Master Electrician License
• Bilingual
• Four (4) year Engineering Degree
• Intermediate experience with Accubid, Bluebeam, Autodesk, Raken, and PlanGrid
• OSHA 30

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES | SKILLS:

• Supports our Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Is honest and has the highest integrity.
• Sets the example for others and is above reproach.
• Ability to cope with job pressures in a constantly changing environment.
• Interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to handle and manage confidential information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This job operates in a construction job site environment and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions, or inside conditions.
• While performing this job's duties, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee may be occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Often exposed to loud sounds and noise levels as well as very bright or inadequate lighting conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• Regular exposure to dirt, hazardous equipment, wiring, and underground and/or elevated heights.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day.
• Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
• Ability to wear company-approved Personal Protective Equipment per local, state, federal, or OSHA regulations.
• The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds.
• Requires the ability to perform physical duties listed above for extended periods.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

TRAVEL REQUIRED:

• Requires the ability to report to job sites or offices throughout Florida.
• May be requested to work overtime, nights, and weekends.

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