Senior Electrical Superintendent - Electrical Construction

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. in Irvine, CA is seeking a Senior Electrical Superintendent to lead industrial projects across the U.S. You will mentor field teams, manage cost and schedule, and ensure client relations are strong. This role supports relocation and per diem as part of our nationwide opportunities.

Join a company with a long-standing track record and a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical/dental/vision, a wealth-building 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction experience with leadership or general superintendent roles on large civil projects.
• Strong ability to lead diverse field teams and coordinate with multiple trades.
• Experience managing contracts, schedules and client relations on industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and grow Superintendents and lead field teams.
• Review and approve labor rates and manage contract administration with subcontractors.
• Develop client relations programs and coordinate problem resolution with the client on site.
• Attend and lead project meetings, manage monthly cost updates and cash flow projections.
• Review and approve change orders and support project completion and turnover.
• Maintain daily records and ensure timely performance evaluations for direct reports.

Skills

Leadership

Project oversight

Contract administration

Communication skills

Safety management

Job description

Requisition ID:

182458

Job Level: Senior 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, Mass. Electric Construction’s philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has organized strategically to actively participate and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

Our culture is built on opportunity. We go where the work is—giving you access to exciting projects nationwide and endless chances to grow your career.

Location

When you join us, you’ll work on projects across the U.S. with relocation assistance or per diem and paid trips home. Plus, we offer personalized development plans to help you reach your goals and maximize your potential.

Check out our current project locations below—and stay tuned for even more as new opportunities unfold in 2026!

• Boise, ID
• Columbus, MS
• Chicago, IL
• Irvine, CA
• Waltham, MA
• Norfolk, VA
• Omaha, NE
• Honolulu, HI
• Seattle, WA
• San Jose, CA
• Tucson, AZ
• Boise, ID

Responsibilities

• Mentor and help to grow Superintendents
• Review and approve the balance of Foremen, journeymen and laborer’s composite labor rates
• Manage contract administration (subcontractor/field management meeting for communication)
• Develop a program to maintain good client relations involving staff on site
• Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meeting with client for problem resolution and planning
• Oversee and approve the monthly job cost updates and quarterly cash flow projections
• Review, approve and negotiate change orders
• Develop and implement a plan for project completion and turnover
• Maintain daily diary for record keeping purposes
• Ensure that all performance evaluations and completed in a timely fashion for direct reports
• Recommend, where appropriate, organizational, policy and procedural or staff changes
• Review and approve or reject promotions up to General Foremen.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' construction experience with 5+ years being in a General Superintendent/Leadership capacity (preferably within civil disciplines on large heavy civil construction projects). Experience in nuclear an asset.
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding Kiewit’s policies, procedures and software programs.
• Ability to identify and resolve any problems that may arise.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong experience in leadership, safety, negotiations, planning, and contract administration.

Working Conditions

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Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: $183,000/yr - $192,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.