Electrical Superintendent

Catapult Solutions Group; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Catapult Solutions Group seeks a Superintendent – Underground Electrical for field operations on critical data-center projects. Lead crews, ensure safety and quality, coordinate with foremen, and keep schedules, materials, and inspections on track.

The role blends hands-on leadership with planning, requiring a strong understanding of duct bank and conduit installations, OSHA standards, and collaboration with project managers, inspectors, and utility providers.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising underground electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ability to read electrical and civil plans, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain three-week look‑ahead schedules and submit weekly updates.
• Attend weekly scheduling meetings with updated project information.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and material deliveries to keep projects moving.
• Schedule equipment, fuel, and tools with at least 72 hours’ notice.
• Coordinate with the Concrete Division for duct bank readiness and concrete placement.
• Oversee excavation, conduit placement, duct bank installation, concrete encasement, and backfill.
• Verify conduit placement, elevations, and concrete encasement meet specs.
• Review safety documentation and exercise Stop Work Authority when necessary.
• Recruit, interview, and hire crew members as needed.

Skills

Field supervision

Schedule coordination

OSHA compliance

Plan interpretation

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Trade certification in electrical or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Superintendent – Underground Electrical Infrastructure

Department

Field Operations

Location – Remote/In-Office Policy

Role Type

Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is an employee-owned utility and civil infrastructure contractor that builds the underground systems behind critical commercial facilities, including data centers. Its core work covers underground electrical infrastructure such as duct banks, conduit systems, and electrical utility structures, delivered from excavation through backfill, with support from its own concrete division. The company serves commercial owners, general contractors, and electrical contractors, and works closely with utility providers and municipal authorities. It has a strong values-driven culture and an ESOP structure, so employees share directly in the value they help build.

Job Description

The Superintendent, Electrical leads field construction on underground electrical infrastructure projects, including duct banks and underground conduit systems. This person makes sure crews work safely, schedules stay on track, materials and equipment are on hand, and installed work meets project specifications and quality standards. The role pairs hands‑on field leadership with disciplined planning and coordination.

Day to day, the Superintendent runs the job site: reviewing plans with Foremen, overseeing excavation through backfill, verifying conduit placement and encasement, and coordinating inspections before concrete and backfill. They submit a three-week look‑ahead every Thursday, schedule equipment and materials ahead of need, and coordinate with the Concrete Division on duct bank pours. They report to the General Superintendent, work closely with the Project Manager on schedule and cost, lead Foremen and crews, and are the daily point of contact for General Contractors, subcontractors, inspectors, and utility providers.

The ideal candidate is a field leader who knows underground electrical work inside and out, holds crews to a high bar on safety and quality, and stays organized and responsive under pressure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit a three-week look-ahead schedule by end of day each Thursday.
• Attend weekly scheduling meetings with updated, accurate project information.
• Develop and maintain project schedules with the Project Manager and communicate deviations promptly.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, and material deliveries to keep projects moving.
• Schedule equipment, fuel, and tools with at least 72 hours’ notice.
• Coordinate with the Concrete Division to confirm duct bank readiness and concrete placement.
• Oversee excavation, conduit placement, duct bank installation, concrete encasement, and backfill.
• Review electrical and civil plans with Foremen to confirm installation details, material needs, and subcontractor coordination.
• Verify conduit placement, spacing, elevations, and concrete encasement meet project specifications.
• Coordinate required inspections before concrete placement and backfill.
• Monitor production, work quality, and material usage, and flag potential schedule conflicts.
• Partner with the Project Manager to manage project costs and address field changes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and applicable regulations.
• Review safety documentation and exercise Stop Work Authority when necessary.
• Hold Foremen accountable for crew performance, quality, and safety.
• Verify equipment inspection reports through report reviews and physical equipment checks.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring crew members as needed.
• Approve all employee time entries by 5:00 PM each Monday.
• Communicate clearly with Project Managers, General Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, inspectors, and utility providers.
• Build strong relationships with General Contractors and project partners through consistent daily communication.
• Report field issues, schedule changes, and resource needs promptly.
• Keep BaseCamp updated per field operations requirements.
• Respond promptly to calls and acknowledge by text when unavailable.

Required Experience/Skills

• Proven experience supervising commercial construction projects involving underground electrical infrastructure, including duct banks and conduit systems.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, crew coordination, and cost control.
• Knowledge of OSHA and safety standards, electrical utility installation processes, and municipal regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and civil plans, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Proficiency with project coordination tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with field and office teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel, including out-of-town assignments.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience supervising underground electrical infrastructure on data center projects.
• Experience with BaseCamp or similar project coordination platforms.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple health plan options
• Life insurance, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee ownership through ESOP
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Onsite fitness center, basketball and pickleball courts, and personal training
• Professional growth and long-term career development

Lead the crews building the backbone of tomorrow’s data centers and own a share of what you build.

Superintendent | Underground Electrical | Duct Bank | Conduit Installation | Data Center Construction | Utility Construction | Field Supervision | ESOP