Electrical Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Job summary

A prominent electrical construction company is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to lead industrial projects across the U.S. The role requires a minimum of five years in a supervisory capacity, strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, and the ability to manage teams effectively. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $150,000 per year along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. This role will involve travel and relocation across various project sites nationwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience as General Foreman or Superintendent.
• Broad understanding of technical electrical systems.
• Prepared to manage 20-50 craft employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise small- to medium-size construction projects.
• Perform daily inspections for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Establish budgetary guidelines and control measures.

Skills

Supervision

Problem-solving

Safety inspections

Budget management

Team coordination

Technical electrical systems understanding

Effective communication

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Electrical Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Requisition ID: 178463

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: MEC Industrial District

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview: Build Your Future with Kiewit-Mass Electric! We’re looking for Electrical Superintendents to join our growing team and lead industrial and advanced technology projects across the U.S. Ranked #3 on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors, we don’t just build projects—we build careers. Enjoy top-tier benefits, paid time off, a wealth-building 401(k), and unmatched growth opportunities. Your future starts here. Join us and help shape the world of construction!

District Overview: Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, MEC has pursued electrical projects that require higher technical and logistical skill. MEC has organized strategically to actively participate and capture projects in the growing industrial market, self-perform majority of our work, and seek people committed to the industrial construction industry.

Location: Projects across the U.S. with relocation assistance or per diem and paid trips home. Personalized development plans to help you reach goals. Current project locations include Irvine, CA; Waltham, MA; Norfolk, VA; Omaha, NE; Honolulu, HI; Seattle, WA; San Jose, CA; Tucson, AZ; Boise, ID.

Responsibilities: Electrical Superintendents’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise small- to medium-size construction projects
• Perform daily inspections for safety, quality, and productivity
• Act as liaison and coordinator between contractors
• Solve problems that arise
• Establish budgetary guidelines and ensure cost control measures
• Provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel
• Establish quality standards and ensure all company standards are met
• Develop and manage job schedules, coordinate work with contractors and suppliers, and schedule inspections appropriately

Multiple relocations required nationwide on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years experience as General Foreman or Superintendent
• Experience managing union labor (a plus)
• Directly supervise crews
• Broad understanding of technical electrical systems, including underground layout and installation, instrumentation installation, above-ground systems layout and installations (conduit installations within hazardous locations, cable tray systems, cable pulling in conduit and tray)
• Experience managing 20-50 craft employees at one time
• Prepared to attend meetings with customers and owners or general contractors
• Positive attitude and excellent motivational skills
• Adapt to new surroundings and people
• Ability to access all points of a construction site
• Ability to work with team and provide input
• Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Willing to travel and relocate nationwide on an as-needed basis
• Allowed to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

Working Conditions: To be determined.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others
• Perform work safely and effectively; understand and follow instructions, warnings, equipment use, policies
• Work normal operating hours to organize and complete work within deadlines; work overtime and weekends as required
• May work at various locations; conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $100,000/yr – $150,000/yr. (Actual compensation subject to variation based on education, experience, skill, location)

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, wellness, employee assistance, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Including disability and protected veteran status.