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Nickle Electrical Company; Delaware; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Delaware paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition

Job summary

Nickle Electrical Company is seeking a seasoned Project Superintendent to monitor installations, enforce Nickle standards and project specs, and coordinate with the GC and customer to keep crews productive, safe, and on schedule.

You will lead journeymen and apprentices, manage field paperwork, track materials and costs, and ensure NEC code compliance across lighting, fire protection, security, and data networks on Tri-State projects.

Qualifications

• Requires strong scheduling and cost-tracking abilities.
• Must understand NEC and electrical installation methods.
• Experience leading crews of journeymen and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Establish project goals, assign tasks, and maintain paperwork to meet productivity objectives.
• Manage purchase orders and confirm materials are received.
• Adhere to contract changes and change orders.
• Provide timely notice of employee changes to supervisors.
• Coordinate with owners, GC, and management to ensure on-time completion.
• Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components.
• Test circuits and inspect for hazards and code compliance.

Skills

Scheduling

Safety management

Quality control

Labor cost management

Materials management

Team leadership

Communication with owners/GC

Education

High school diploma or GED

Delaware Journeyman License or 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship

Job description

Monitor installations and ensure work is performed to Nickle standards and project specifications. Work cooperatively with the GC and customer to manage the project, schedule, and crew — maintaining productivity, safety, quality control, labor cost, scheduling, and materials through successful project completion.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish project goals, assign tasks to journeymen, and maintain accurate paperwork to meet productivity objectives
• Manage purchase orders and confirm ordered materials are received
• Adhere to contract document changes and Nickle change orders
• Provide the Superintendent/Project Manager timely notice of any employee changes
• Anticipate and proactively resolve potential issues; ensure crews start and finish on time
• Assist Project Managers in documenting performance evaluations
• Communicate effectively with owners, general contractors, management, and employees
• Troubleshoot, install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components
• Test circuits and inspect systems for hazards, defects, and code compliance
• Direct and train workers; instruct and teach apprentices
• Maintain a safe workplace per safety policies and OSHA; prepare toolbox talks
• Utilize the National Electrical Code (NEC)

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Journeyman License in Delaware or completion of 4-year Electrical Apprenticeship
• Minimum 4 years of field experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to travel to Tri-State projects
• Ability to bend conduit
• Skilled in ordering and tracking materials, cost projections, and as-built drawings
• Knowledge of scheduling, material lead times, products, and installation durations
• Solid understanding of electrical codes and installation methods
• Knowledge of power systems: lighting, fire protection, security, and data networks
• Experience building, installing, and maintaining control panels

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Prolonged standing and repetitive motion, squatting and kneeling in a tool belt, and climbing ladders. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Work indoors and outdoors in all weather with exposure to noise. Protective equipment required; may require overtime or an adjusted schedule.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Comprehensive health benefits (Traditional and HSA medical plans)

Company contributions to HSAs

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Employer-paid life insurance

Delaware paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Employee recognition and referral programs