Electrical Superintendent

Aecon Concessions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for an experienced Electrical Superintendent in Austin, Texas. This role focuses on leading electrical operations for large-scale projects. Responsibilities include supervising crews, ensuring compliance with safety and project standards, and coordinating resources effectively. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of electrical construction experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to interpret electrical drawings. This is a great opportunity for a proactive leader.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of electrical construction experience.
• Prior experience as a General Foreman or Lead Foreman.
• Strong knowledge of conduit, power distribution, and grounding systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate multiple electrical foremen and crews.
• Plan, schedule, and execute daily and weekly work activities.
• Ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, and site standards.
• Enforce site safety policies and conduct daily toolbox talks.
• Maintain daily reports and progress tracking.

Skills

Electrical construction experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to read electrical drawings

Job description

Electrical Superintendent

Location: Austin, TX, US; Houston, TX, US

What is the Opportunity?

We are seeking an experienced Electrical General Foreman to lead and coordinate day‑to‑day electrical field operations on the Samsung Semiconductor project in Taylor, Texas. This role serves as the primary link between supervision and craft labor, ensuring safety, productivity, quality, and schedule compliance across multiple crews.

What You'll Do Here:

• Supervise and coordinate multiple electrical foremen and crews
• Plan, schedule, and execute daily and weekly work activities
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with project drawings, specifications, NEC, and site standards
• Coordinate manpower, tools, equipment, and material needs
• Interface with superintendents, project management, and other trades
• Enforce site safety policies and conduct daily toolbox talks
• Monitor productivity and address performance or manpower issues
• Review drawings, layouts, and work plans to identify conflicts or constructability issues
• Support inspections, testing, and turnover activities
• Maintain daily reports, progress tracking, and manpower logs

What You Bring to the Team:

• 7–10+ years of electrical construction experience
• Prior experience as a General Foreman or Lead Foreman on large commercial or industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including:
  • Conduit and cable tray systems
  • Power distribution and equipment installation
  • Grounding and bonding
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain)
• Must be able to provide a valid Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) number upon acceptance

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.