Electrical Superintendent

Kokosing, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to lead electrical teams for large scale projects in Cleveland, Ohio. The role involves overseeing project schedules, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the construction industry, with a focus on electrical industrial projects. A competitive compensation package includes medical, dental, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• 10 years field experience as skilled tradesperson or bachelor's degree with 7 years experience.
• 4-year engineering or construction management degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical teams for large scale projects.
• Manage Project Engineers and Foremen overseeing construction employees.
• Create and maintain project schedules to meet milestones and budgets.
• Ensure team members have appropriate resources.

Skills

Excellent people and business skills

Advanced knowledge of the construction industry

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem analysis and resolution

Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or construction management

10 years field experience as a skilled tradesperson

Job description

Company Overview

McGraw Kokosing is a leading industrial maintenance contractor based in Middletown, OH. With extensive capabilities that include off‑site manufacturing and assembly, pipe fabrication and installation, electrical and instrumentation, structural steel erection, rigging, and equipment setting, we are committed to delivering best‑in‑class solutions to our clients. Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage, we provide comprehensive services such as planned plant outages, emergency maintenance, and capital improvement projects for new and existing facilities. Since partnering with Kokosing Industrial in 1992, we have consistently prioritized safety and quality, striving to lead the industry in delivering exceptional results for our customers. Additionally, our pre‑construction services include risk assessments, budget validation, 3D modeling, and more to meet and exceed our clients' expectations every step of the way.

Job Description

The Electrical Superintendent role will lead electrical teams for large scale projects. They will lead projects from pre‑construction through final completion and are directly responsible for safety and quality, client relations, project budget, schedule, job controls, vendor management, submittals, and procedures.

Summary

• Plans, directs, and coordinates construction activities for electrical industrial projects.
• Project types range from steel/manufacturing, power, data centers, and various MEP projects across a variety of industries and clients.
• Typical workload involves overseeing one large project or a couple/several smaller projects.
• Ensures project goals are achieved within time frame and funding limits by performing tasks personally or through subordinate supervisors.
• Manages Project Engineers, General Foreman, and Foremen who supervise construction employees; charged with overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set a 24/7 safety culture for crews.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client to facilitate construction activities.
• Lead projects from start to finish, including planning, scheduling, and coordination; create and maintain project schedules to meet milestones and budgets.
• Ensure team members have appropriate resources (equipment, material, information).
• Provide expertise and knowledge to team members as needed; assist with difficult construction, start‑up, and close‑out problems.
• Work with Project Manager and Director on all personnel‑related issues in accordance with company policies and government laws.
• Identify and minimize obstacles throughout the construction process.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within corporate policy boundaries.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plan, assign duties/responsibilities, and authority.
• Review project proposal or plan to determine timeframe, funding, procedures, staffing, and resources for each project phase.
• Review status reports from project personnel and modify schedules/plans as needed.
• Provide technical advice and problem resolution to project personnel.
• Coordinate project activities with subcontractor activities.
• Understand and execute CPM‑based project schedules.
• Represent company at owner progress meetings.
• Lead project team in daily field coordination meetings, weekly block schedule meetings, and monthly safety kickoff meetings.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Interview and hire; train; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward or discipline; address complaints and resolve problems in accordance with policies and applicable laws.

Education and Experience

• 10 years field experience as a skilled tradesperson, or a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or construction management plus 7 years field experience.
• 4‑year engineering or construction management degree or equivalent technical experience progressing from Journeyman to Foreman to Superintendent.
• Prior experience working on union projects is strongly preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent people and business skills, strong customer service orientation, and high energy level.
• Field focused, execution driven with safety as a core value.
• Advanced knowledge of the construction industry.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning over 1‑3 year horizons.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understand and interpret safety laws, company policies/standards, and labor collective bargaining agreements.
• Thorough understanding of basic and complex construction management processes and building techniques.
• Lead and work as part of a team.
• Prior direct profit and loss responsibility and accountability.
• Excellent organizational leadership and analytical skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Problem analysis and resolution; sound judgment.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with a wide cross section of individuals.
• Apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities.
• Manage a team of varied self‑performing trade disciplines.

Benefits

McGraw Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life, and disability insurance. Competitive incentives such as paid time off and 401(k) with matching are also provided to reward team members for staying committed to customers and maintaining safety as a priority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McGraw Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.