Electrical Superintendent (LSNA-NC)

Jacobs; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPTO policy

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Caregiver leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent in Cary/Raleigh, NC to lead daily scheduling and on-site planning for complex projects. You will ensure the right materials, equipment, and personnel are available to keep work moving safely and efficiently.

With 8+ years of construction site experience and deep knowledge of NEC/NFPA codes, you will manage contractors, coordinate walkdowns, and collaborate across planning, design, and commissioning teams to deliver high-quality results

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 8+ years of construction site experience.
• 5 years of experience as an electrical superintendent, general foreman, superintendent, and/or construction manager.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes.
• MEP background with prior industrial site experience.
• Prior experience managing contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily scheduling and planning activities at the project site.
• Ensure right materials, equipment, and personnel are available to complete work.
• Enforce safety, health and well-being for the team and environment.
• Coordinate walkdowns and meetings with owner and designers.
• Collaborate across planning, design, construction and commissioning teams.

Skills

Electrical project leadership

Strong communications

Safety leadership

Contractor management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Bluebeam

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world.

We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative Electrical Superintendent in Cary/Raleigh, NC who thrives when people are in sync and construction projects are running like they should. You’ll take the lead on daily scheduling and planning activities at the project site, and ensure the right materials, equipment and people are there to get the job done. Most importantly, you’ll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of your team and our planet. As a passionate leader, you’ll leverage your people management skills to help your team members discover what drives them, nurturing their purpose and guiding them forward. Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of construction site experience
• 5 years of experience as an electrical superintendent, general foreman, superintendent, and/or construction manager
• Demonstrated strong understanding of NEC, NFPA, and local electrical codes.
• MEP background with prior industrial site experience
• Prior experience managing contractors

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Collaborating in planning, design, construction and commissioning
• Excellent communications skills
• Proficient in use of software as Power Point, Excel, Word, Bluebeam
• Facilitate and coordinate walkdowns and meetings and/or reviews with owner and designers
• Safety leader (JHA’s revision / daily signed off permits)
• Quality in construction

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $155,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on September 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.