Senior Electrical Superintendent – Field Leadership

Wohlsen-Construction; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Wohlsen Construction in Lancaster, PA seeks an Electrical Superintendent to lead electrical field activities from pre‑construction through project closeout. You will supervise subcontractors, review drawings, ensure safety, and coordinate with design teams, client, and project team to deliver high‑quality installations on schedule.

The role requires seven to ten years of electrical construction experience and strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible electrical construction experience with field supervision preferred.
• Experience as Electrical Superintendent, Electrical Foreman, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, materials, and installation practices.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and applicable building codes.
• Experience with power distribution, lighting, emergency power, generators, switchgear, and low‑voltage systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Proficient with Procore, Bluebeam, BIM coordination software; strong leadership and communication skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall field supervision and leadership for electrical construction activities.
• Manage and coordinate electrical subcontractors, vendors, and other trades.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
• Monitor installations for quality, schedule, code compliance, and adherence to plans.
• Coordinate electrical work with mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, architectural, and structural systems.
• Develop and monitor look‑ahead schedules and coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts and coordination issues.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and hold subcontractors accountable for schedule and quality.
• Coordinate electrical inspections, testing, startup, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Maintain punch lists and ensure timely completion of outstanding electrical work.
• Assist with RFIs, change orders, procurement, and documentation.
• Work with BIM Coordinator and Project Team on electrical coordination and constructability.
• Promote a safe, organized, and productive job site.
• Partner with client, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver the project.
• Provide field expertise, mentorship, and support to the Project Team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Electrical codes knowledge

Project coordination

Procore proficiency

Education

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

BIM coordination software

Job description

Wohlsen Construction in Lancaster, PA seeks an Electrical Superintendent to lead electrical field activities from pre‑construction through project closeout. You will supervise subcontractors, review drawings, ensure safety, and coordinate with design teams, client, and project team to deliver high‑quality installations on schedule.

The role requires seven to ten years of electrical construction experience and strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.