Electrical Superintendent

CMD Electric; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Vision options

Life and AD&D

401K with company match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

CMD Electric in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Superintendent to lead large-scale electrical design-build projects. You will oversee field operations, manage labor and materials, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate holds a California Journeyman license, demonstrates leadership, and communicates effectively with owners, architects, and crews. You’ll coordinate subcontractors, maintain as-builts, and enforce CMD safety policies.

Qualifications

• California General Electrician Journeyman license required.
• Proven track record delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office; solid knowledge of building codes.
• Preferred OSHA 30, CPR, First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for safety and environmental programs on site.
• Coordinate labor, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Manage field administration: timesheets, reports, purchases, and diaries.
• Organize and coordinate all subcontractor activities.
• Implement and monitor construction plans, scheduling, and logistics.
• Supervise 15+ electricians and develop field personnel.
• Perform field work as needed and use tools.
• Collaborate with prefabrication, purchasing, and accounting.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, codes, and contract documents.
• Maintain productivity, safety, and quality control; establish goals.

Skills

leadership skills

safety-oriented

communication

organizational skills

attention to detail

MS Office

Education

California General Electrician Journeyman License

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

CMD Electric has earned client trust through the consistent delivery of quality projects—on time, within budget, and injury-free. Specializing in design-build commercial and multifamily housing projects across California, CMD Electric offers comprehensive services supporting projects of any scale and procurement model. Committed to assisting clients and partners in achieving both short and long‑term goals, CMD Electric is dedicated to excellence in every project.

The Superintendent at CMD Electric is responsible for the installation and implementation of large‑scale electrical projects. This role requires overseeing project activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, managing labor and materials, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for safety and environmental programs. Monitor job costing, quality reporting, forecasting, and productivity.
• Coordinate all labor, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Complete field administration tasks, including timesheets, quantity reports, purchases, and job diaries.
• Organize and coordinate all subcontractor activities.
• Implement and monitor construction plans, including scheduling and logistics.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel, including managing a team of 15+ electricians.
• Participate in all field work activities and be willing to work with tools when necessary.
• Collaborate with support departments such as prefabrication, purchasing, and accounting.
• Ensure all work meets NEC, federal, state, county, and local codes, as well as contract documents.
• Maintain high standards of productivity, safety, and quality control.
• Establish and monitor project goals consistently.
• Utilize our Pre‑Fab facility and follow standardized installation methods.
• Anticipate potential problems and take proactive measures.
• Maintain accurate "as‑builts" as per CMD Electric procedures.
• Implement CMD Electric’s affirmative Action Policy and unlawful harassment prevention.
• Ensure compliance with CMD Electric’s safety policies and procedures, including self‑protective verification, lockout/tag‑out, assured grounding, and start‑up and energizing policies.
• Conduct effective performance evaluations of crew members.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including project owners, architects, general contractors, and management.
• Adhere to CMD Electric’s employee handbook and code of business ethics.

Qualifications

• California General Electrician Journeyman License
• Proven track record of delivering safe projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to perform a variety of tasks under multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent knowledge of building codes.
• Preferred certifications: OSHA 30, CPR, First Aid.

Physical Demands & Requirements:

Lift 50 lbs from the ground and exert 50 lbs of force. Engage in activities such as climbing ladders, pulling wires, and handling conduits. Execute full squats, stoops, or kneels while equipped with a 25 lb tool belt. Sustain a standing posture for extended durations, undertaking repetitive actions like grasping or manipulating wires. Operate from ladders, man lifts, or reach booms. Work in various environmental conditions, depending on job location and time of year (heat, cold, rain, snow). Utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta‑Johns). Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves) always, and respirator when required.

CMD Offers:

Comprehensive medical & dental with vision options available. Life and AD&D coverage with buy‑up options. 401K retirement with company match program. PTO, sick pay & paid holidays. Pet insurance. Employee‑specific discounts. Additional voluntary benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

CMD is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment and give equal opportunity considerations to applicants and employees regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, self‑qualified mand... mandated.

Posted Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.