Electrical Superintendent - Data Center Construction

Foundry; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k)

PTO

Vehicle / allowance where applicable

Per diem and travel package

Excellent career progression

Opportunity to work on major data цент

Job summary

Foundry is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to lead field execution of large-scale data center electrical packages in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. You will coordinate crews, manage scheduling and ensure safety and quality on mission-critical projects.

Ideal candidates bring experience with switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, MV/LV distribution, and NFPA 70E compliance. This role offers strong compensation and clear career progression across Texas and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering large, technically complex data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of commercial/industrial electrical systems.
• Experience managing electrical crews and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of MV/LV distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators and UPS.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E and electrical safety.
• Willingness to travel for projects across Texas and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day electrical construction activities in the field.
• Coordinate electrical crews, subcontractors and trade partners.
• Manage manpower, sequencing and short-term scheduling.
• Oversee installation of major electrical infrastructure (switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, busway).
• Coordinate with MEP, mechanical, controls and commissioning teams.
• Participate in look-ahead and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Monitor quality and ensure installations meet project specs.
• Identify constructability and coordination issues before they impact schedules.
• Support electrical testing, energization and commissioning activities.
• Maintain exceptional safety standards throughout construction.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Senior/General Superintendents through turnover.

Skills

Electrical supervision

Data center construction

Crew management

MV/LV distribution

Switchgear

NFPA 70E

Job description

Electrical Superintendent – Data Center Construction

We are working with a leading contractor delivering major data center projects across the Dallas–Fort Worth market and are looking for experienced Electrical Superintendents to join a rapidly growing mission-critical team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an electrical construction professional looking to work on large-scale, technically complex data center projects with an excellent compensation package and significant long-term career progression.

With a strong pipeline of work across Texas and nationally, there is genuine opportunity to progress into Senior Superintendent and General Superintendent leadership positions as the business continues to grow.

The Role

As Electrical Superintendent, you will take responsibility for the field execution of major electrical packages on large-scale data center projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Lead day-to-day electrical construction activities in the field
• Coordinate electrical crews, subcontractors and trade partners
• Manage manpower, sequencing and short-term scheduling
• Oversee installation of major electrical infrastructure including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, busway and MV/LV distribution
• Coordinate closely with MEP, mechanical, controls and commissioning teams
• Participate in look-ahead and subcontractor coordination meetings
• Monitor quality and ensure installations meet project specifications
• Identify constructability and coordination issues before they impact the schedule
• Support electrical testing, energization and commissioning activities
• Maintain exceptional safety standards throughout construction
• Work closely with Project Managers, Senior Superintendents and General Superintendents through project completion and turnover

What We're Looking For

We want to speak with electrical construction professionals who have experience delivering large, technically complex projects.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience as an Electrical Superintendent, Senior Electrical Superintendent or General Foreman
• Data center / mission-critical construction experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems
• Experience with major electrical distribution equipment
• Knowledge of MV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS and critical power infrastructure
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings and specifications
• Experience managing electrical crews and subcontractors
• Knowledge of electrical QA/QC and commissioning processes
• Strong understanding of NFPA 70E and electrical safety
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments
• Willingness to travel for future projects where required

Candidates currently working for major electrical contractors or general contractors delivering data centers and other mission-critical projects are particularly encouraged to apply.

Plus:

• Annual performance bonus
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Vehicle / allowance where applicable
• Per diem and travel package for traveling projects
• Excellent career progression
• Opportunity to work on major data center developments across Texas and the U.S.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing mission-critical construction team with major projects, strong compensation and a genuine route into senior field leadership.

If you're an experienced electrical construction professional looking to take the next step in the data center market,