Electrical Superintendent

BLS Electrical Inc; Hubbard (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BLS Electrical Inc. is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to lead field electrical operations on commercial and industrial projects.

This role ensures safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to schedule and budget, coordinating between field crews, subcontractors, and project management. The incumbent will oversee supervision of electricians, foremen, and subcontractors, interpret blueprints, manage materials, and participate in planning meetings to drive project success with a hands-on

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supervising electrical field work on commercial/industrial projects.
• Journeyman license required; reciprocity eligible where applicable.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA safety standards.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret electrical schematics.
• Proactive safety mindset and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electricians, foremen, and subcontractors on job sites.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, project specs, and electrical codes.
• Monitor safety procedures per OSHA and company guidelines.
• Interpret blueprints and guide installations; resolve discrepancies.
• Schedule manpower and coordinate daily work to meet timelines.
• Oversee material ordering and inventory at sites.
• Participate in job walks, pre-construction and daily planning meetings.
• Interface with Project Manager to track progress and budgets.
• Maintain daily logs, inspections, and change orders.
• Provide training and mentorship to crews.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Quality assurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrician License (state of operation)

Technical courses in electrical systems

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and managing all field-based electrical operations on commercial and industrial projects. This leadership role ensures safety compliance, quality workmanship, efficient scheduling, and cost control while coordinating between field crews, subcontractors, and project management. The Electrical Superintendent serves as a hands-on supervisor ensuring daily operations are executed to meet the project scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of electricians, foremen, and subcontractors on job sites.
• Ensure all work complies with company standards, project specifications, and applicable electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Monitor and enforce workplace safety procedures and protocols in accordance with OSHA and company guidelines.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawings to guide installations and resolve discrepancies.
• Schedule manpower and coordinate daily work assignments to meet project timelines.
• Oversee material ordering, delivery, and inventory management at job sites.
• Participate in job walks, pre-construction meetings, and daily planning meetings.
• Interface with the Project Manager to track progress, report issues, and update project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain documentation related to daily work logs, inspections, incidents, and change orders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve field-level electrical and instrumentation issues in real-time.
• Provide training and mentorship to foremen and field crews to promote professional development and quality workmanship.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

COMPETENCIES

• Safety-first mindset and commitment to zero-injury culture.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and drive solutions.
• Experience working on multi-million-dollar electrical projects ($5MM–$10MM).
• Effective negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficient in construction documentation including RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical school or relevant coursework preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Journeyman Electrician License required in the state of operation (or reciprocity eligible).
• 5+ years of experience in electrical field supervision, including commercial or industrial project oversight.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and other electrical safety codes and regulations.
• Proficient with reading blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Competent with temporary power setup, conduit installation, cable tray systems, grounding, and equipment terminations.
• Excellent leadership, time management, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in outdoor environments and managing crews in varying field conditions.