Senior Electrical Superintendent I

M. A. Mortenson Company; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 164,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision plans

Dental plan

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D/disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Electrical Superintendent I to provide overall electrical expertise and supervision for project scopes from planning through closeout. You will oversee electrical subcontractors, ensure quality installations, and support site management in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality projects.

The role requires extensive HV experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• At least 12 years of experience with HV equipment and substations.
• At least 13 years of supervisory experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards (NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, OSHA).
• Ability to understand wind turbine construction and code requirements.
• Strong understanding of construction law and business practices.
• Experience with HV cables installation, testing, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical on-site work including underground cabling, overhead lines, and substation construction.
• Review drawings, submittals, and specifications for quality and compliance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and 3-week look-aheads.
• Supervise and ensure quality control for self-performed and subcontracted work.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, safety, and resource planning.
• Lead installation and termination of fiber optic cables.
• Enforce Zero Injury Program and project quality standards.
• Coach and mentor field personnel and assist with hiring decisions.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Project supervision

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Electrical testing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Electrical codes: NESC/NEC/IEEE/NEMA/OSHA

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Superintendent I to provide overall electricalexpertiseand supervision for project electrical scopes from planning through closeout. This role will oversee electrical subcontractors, ensure quality installations, and support site management in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate electrical work on-site, including underground cabling, overhead lines, and substation construction


• Review drawings, submittals, and specifications for quality and compliance


• Develop and maintain project schedules and 3-week look-aheads


• Supervise and ensure quality control for self-performed and subcontracted work


• Monitor subcontractor performance, safety, and resource planning


• Lead installation and termination of fiber optic cables


• Enforce Mortenson’s Zero Injury Program and project quality standards


• Coach and mentor field personnel and assist with hiring decisions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent


• Minimum 12 years of experience with high and medium voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction


• Minimum 13 years supervisory experience


• Current driver’s license


• Working knowledge of latest NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards and industry safety requirements and methods


• Ability to gain and maintain basic understanding of Wind Turbine construction to ensure proper code requirements and installation methods


• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices


• Proficiency in the installation, testing, acceptance, maintenance, and repair of high and medium voltage cables


• Knowledgeable about current injection, Hi-pot, capacitance discharge, contact resistance, Megger, TTR, Doble, and other methods of cable and equipment testing


• Possess working knowledge of electrical drawings, sketches, and prints, underground duct banks, trenching, manholes and vaults for distribution and collection systems, underground and pad mount transformer usage, SCADA systems used in the power industry, transmission line construction, testing and commissioning, and substation construction, testing and commissioning


• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback


• Ability to travel up to 100%


• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative Action plans and their intended use

A few benefits offered include:

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


• Dental plan


• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources


• Tuition reimbursement


• Adoption Assistance


• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $164,300-$246,500.

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.


• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.