Electrical Site Superintendent

GW Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem / travel allowances

Opportunity to work on challenging, hi

Safety-focused team environment

Job summary

GW Systems in Birmingham, AL seeks an Electrical Site Superintendent to oversee on-site electrical work on projects nationwide. This full-time traveling role manages crews, ensures safe installation of power distribution, conduit, wiring, controls, automation, and E-Houses in industrial settings.

Requirements include 5–6 years of industrial electrical construction with 2–3 years in supervision; Journeyman Electrician license preferred; willingness to travel extensively; NEC and code compliance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of industrial electrical construction experience, with 2-3 years in supervision.
• Journeyman Electrician license preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Strong NEC knowledge and heavy industrial installation methods.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, one-lines, schematics, and specs.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the U.S.
• OSHA 30 or willingness to obtain; first aid/CPR preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct all on-site electrical construction activities on GW Systems projects.
• Ensure work follows drawings, NEC, and local/state codes.
• Lead daily safety meetings and enforce safety protocols.
• Coordinate electrical work with other trades, PMs, engineers, and clients.
• Manage crew productivity, schedules, materials, and quality control.
• Troubleshoot field issues and implement practical solutions.
• Maintain daily reports, progress tracking, and as-built documentation.
• Oversee installation and commissioning support for E-Houses and control panels.
• Mentor electricians and promote continuous improvement.
• Travel extensively to project sites nationwide.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Education

Journeyman Electrician license

Job description

(Traveling Field Position – GW Systems / GW Electrical)

Company Overview

GW Systems (www.gwsys.net) is a Birmingham, Alabama-based design-build company specializing in custom-engineered bulk material handling and processing systems for heavy industrial clients in aggregates, minerals, lime, cement, wood products, foundries, and related sectors.

GW Electrical (www.gwele.net), a division of GW Systems, delivers turnkey electrical solutions including on-site electrical installation, automation/control systems, and E-House design-build packages. We pride ourselves on safety, quality, innovation, and completing projects on schedule and within budget.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Superintendent to provide full-time, on-site supervision of all electrical work on GW Systems projects across the United States. This is a traveling role responsible for overseeing electrical crews, ensuring safe and high-quality installation of power distribution, conduit, wiring, controls, automation systems, and E-Houses in industrial and plant environments.

Salary Range $85,000-120,000 depending on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct all on-site electrical construction activities, including conduit runs, duct banks, cable tray, power distribution, lighting, grounding, and automation systems.
• Ensure work is performed in strict accordance with project drawings, specifications, National Electrical Code (NEC), and all applicable local/state codes.
• Lead daily safety meetings, enforce company and client safety protocols, and maintain a zero-incident culture.
• Coordinate electrical work with other trades, project managers, engineers, and client representatives.
• Manage crew productivity, schedule adherence, material procurement, and quality control.
• Troubleshoot field issues and implement practical solutions to keep projects on track.
• Maintain accurate daily reports, progress tracking, as built documentation, and punch list management.
• Oversee installation and commissioning support for E-Houses, control panels, and automation systems.
• Mentor electricians and promote continuous improvement in workmanship and efficiency.
• Travel extensively to project sites (typically multi-week or multi-month assignments).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-6 years of industrial electrical construction experience, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Journeyman Electrician license preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), industrial power systems, and heavy industrial installation methods.
• Proven experience supervising electrical crews on industrial, mining, aggregate, or plant construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, schematics, and specifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, must be willing to work as a team and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (projects located throughout the U.S.).
• OSHA 30 (or willingness to obtain), first aid/CPR preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation, PLC controls, or E-House installation.
• Previous work on bulk material handling, conveyor systems, or mineral processing plants.
• NCCER, MSHA, or similar certifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Per diem / travel allowances while on assignment
• Opportunity to work on challenging, high-profile industrial projects with a growing design-build company
• Supportive team environment focused on safety, quality, and professional growth

Location

Based out of the Birmingham, AL area with extensive travel to project sites nationwide.

GW Systems / GW Electrical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.