Electrical Superintendent - Garland, TX

Upgrade Resources; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays & vacation

Training & development

Career advancement

Job summary

Upgrade Resources in Garland, TX is seeking an Electrical Superintendent for on-site leadership of a commercial/industrial project. You will oversee field operations, coordinate with the general contractor, ensure safety, and drive schedule adherence.

A $600 monthly vehicle allowance accompanies the role. The position requires 8+ years of electrical experience, including time as a foreman or superintendent, and a valid Texas/Oklahoma Journeyman or Master Electrician license.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience, including at least 3 years as a Foreman or Superintendent
• Strong safety orientation and ability to travel to project locations as needed
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; able to coordinate with general contractor and other trades

Responsibilities

• Supervise all electrical field operations on the assigned project
• Plan, organize, and direct production in line with the contracted scope
• Monitor the short-term schedule and build daily schedules for manpower use
• Assist the project manager in preparing construction schedules
• Coordinate with the general contractor and other trades to resolve conflicts
• Oversee quality assurance and ensure NEC and code compliance
• Maintain daily reports, time sheets, and safety records
• Train, manage, and evaluate field employees; conduct reviews

Skills

Field operations

Foreman/superintendent experience

Safety orientation

Microsoft Excel/Word

Education

Journeyman or Master Electrician license (TX/OK)

Tools

Accubid

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Superintendent - Garland, TX

Location: Garland, TX - On-site (field)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 Annually + $600 Monthly Vehicle Allowance and Fuel

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the largest open-shop electrical contractors in Texas, ranked among the top 10 electrical contractors in the state, with a 30+ year track record and expanding operations across Oklahoma. The company's expertise spans nearly every corner of electrical construction, from design-build and industrial work to large-scale healthcare, aviation, education, and data center projects, and it has built a reputation with general contractors for precision, reliability, and on‑time delivery.

The company runs one of the strongest VDC/BIM departments in the state, producing shop drawings to a rigorous LOD 400 detail level and coordinating directly with an in‑house prefabrication department to speed up field installation and reduce on‑site labor. The virtual design team averages well over a decade of electrical industry experience, and the department fosters a detail‑oriented, collaborative culture built on clear communication and dependable delivery.

Role Overview

The Electrical Superintendent runs field operations on one commercial or industrial project at a time, from manpower and short‑term scheduling through quality control and closeout. This is the on‑site leader for the electrical scope: the Superintendent plans and directs production to the contracted scope, coordinates with the general contractor and other trades, and holds the field team to code, spec, schedule, and budget.

The role works directly with the project manager and is accountable for a safe, productive, and well‑run jobsite, along with the training, development, and performance of the field team. The position includes a $600 monthly vehicle allowance plus fuel.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise all electrical field operations on the assigned project
• Plan, organize, and direct production in line with the contracted scope of work
• Monitor the short‑term schedule and build daily schedules for proper manpower use
• Assist the project manager in preparing construction schedules
• Coordinate with the general contractor and other trades to identify and resolve conflicts
• Work with purchasing so material is expedited and received as needed
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control, and ensure all installations meet the NEC, city codes, and engineering drawings and specifications
• Maintain daily reports, time sheets, and safety and accident reports
• Flag priority problems to the project manager, including staffing, job cost, and schedule concerns
• Train, manage, and evaluate field employees, including 90‑day, annual, and end‑of‑project reviews
• Handle employee counseling and corrective action, with proper documentation before any layoff or termination
• Support the hiring needs of the project

Required Background

• Valid Texas or Oklahoma Journeyman or Master Electrician license required
• 8+ years of commercial or industrial electrical experience, including at least 3 years as a Foreman or Superintendent running projects in the field
• Knowledge of the estimating process, or the ability to learn it
• Strong safety orientation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with strong customer service
• Able to travel to project locations as needed
• Able to work 8 to 10 hour days, 40 hours per week, plus overtime and night shifts as required
• Able to work in all weather conditions and routinely lift more than 50 pounds; physical work is more than 70% of the job
• Accubid experience (Preferred)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• $600 monthly vehicle allowance plus fuel
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Path for advancement into senior and leadership roles