Low Voltage Superintendent - Mission Critical

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. seeks a skilled Low Voltage Superintendent to lead controls, security, fire alarm, communications, and fiber systems on site.

The role involves coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning agents to deliver complex systems across locations in the continental U.S. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in field leadership for a general contractor or related contractor, 4+ years overseeing low-voltage scopes, and a preferred bachelor’s

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a field leadership role for a GC/EC/SI or related contractor.
• 4+ years as a Superintendent overseeing low-voltage, controls, security, fiber, or related systems.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in CM/Engineering/IT or related field.
• Proven track record on hyperscale, data center, or mission-critical projects.
• Thorough knowledge of low-voltage systems, building automation, access control, video surveillance, fire alarm, and fiber optics.

Responsibilities

• Lead low-voltage subcontractors across controls, security, fire alarm, communications, and fiber systems.
• Develop detailed CPM schedules for installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Coordinate logistics, procurement, and interfaces with project team, vendors, and commissioning agents.
• Review specs, drawings, and narratives; suggest improvements and resolve issues.
• Supervise submittals, shop drawings, and test plans; ensure safe, compliant field execution.
• Mentor Low Voltage Project Engineers and field staff; promote safety and quality on site.

Skills

Low-voltage systems

Project coordination

Communication

Leadership

Building automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/IT

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine, We, Not I, All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

McCarthy’s Mission Critical Business Unit is currently seeking a skilled Low Voltage Superintendent to lead the effort in coordinating controls, security, fire alarm, communications, and fiber-optic systems.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing low-voltage scopes of work and success working with Superintendents, Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and the rest of the project team to ensure successful completion of these systems.

This is a full-time, site-based position that may require extensive travel to locations that span the continental U.S. Travel subsistence and additional incentives provided per company guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead low-voltage subcontractors throughout the duration of the project, including controls, security, fire alarm, communications, and fiber-optic scopes.
• Assist in developing detailed CPM schedules for low-voltage installation, testing, programming, integrated systems testing, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Coordinate activities, schedule, material procurement, project logistics, temporary facility plans, and system access requirements with the General Building Superintendent, Project Manager, field staff, design team, vendors, and commissioning agents.
• Review contract documents, specifications, drawings, and system narratives for low-voltage systems and make improvement suggestions as needed.
• Supervise the review and coordination of submittals, shop drawings, product data, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, network architecture, sequences of operation, and test plans.
• Coordinate installation and integration of building automation and controls, access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire alarm, structured cabling, communications, and fiber-optic systems.
• Review and approve materials and equipment for low-voltage systems and monitor installation, startup, programming, testing, and commissioning, resolving conflicts before work begins.
• Coordinate pathway, sleeves, penetrations, cable tray, grounding and bonding, labeling, rack and cabinet layouts, equipment rooms, and interface points with electrical, mechanical, architectural, IT, and other trades.
• Understand and assist with pre-functional testing, functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, network testing, fiber testing, fire alarm testing, and final commissioning activities.
• Track installation progress, inspections, testing results, deficiencies, and punch-list completion; support turnover of operation and maintenance manuals, as-built documentation, test reports, training materials, and system credentials.
• Prepare reports and communicate progress, risks, schedule impacts, and outstanding decisions to Project Managers and Project Directors, and to project owners during weekly meetings.
• Supervise, develop, and mentor Low Voltage Project Engineers and field personnel.
• Promote a safe, organized, and quality-focused jobsite while ensuring low-voltage work is installed in accordance with contract requirements, applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, and project standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a field leadership position for a General Contractor, Electrical Contractor, Low Voltage Contractor, Systems Integrator, or related specialty contractor.
• 4+ years’ experience in the capacity of a Superintendent specifically overseeing low-voltage, controls, security, fire alarm, communications, structured cabling, or fiber-optic systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Proven track record as a Superintendent on hyperscale, large commercial, Mission Critical or Data Center, Critical Facilities, healthcare, industrial, or other technology-intensive projects.
• Thorough knowledge of low-voltage systems, including building automation and controls, access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire alarm, structured cabling, communications, copper cabling, and fiber optics.
• Working knowledge of system integration, network infrastructure, testing and commissioning, sequences of operation, and coordination between low-voltage systems and mechanical, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• General understanding of applicable building, electrical, fire and life-safety, communications, National Electrical Code, and other regulations as they relate to project construction.
• Experience dealing with low-voltage subcontracts, systems integrators, specialty vendors, manufacturers, testing agencies, commissioning agents, and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, submittals, RFIs, change management, quality control, safety, and project closeout.
• Excellent communication, coordination, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be geographically mobile, able to relocate and/or travel.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.