Superintendent

Helix Electric; Oakland (CA); Ibrido; USD 150.000 - 175.000; Tempo pieno

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Helix Electric is seeking an experienced Superintendent to lead day-to-day field operations on large commercial and industrial electrical projects in Oakland. You will plan, coordinate, and safely execute installations while supervising journeymen, apprentices, and leadpersons and coordinating with the general contractor and inspectors.

You will drive production to meet schedule and budget, maintain high safety standards, manage materials and equipment, and ensure quality, NEC/code compliance,

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in the electrical trade with progressive field leadership (lead/foreman/superintendent).
• Active state journeyman or master electrician license in the state of hire.
• Demonstrated experience delivering commercial/industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices.

Mansioni

• Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel (leadpersons, journeymen, apprentices).
• Coordinate trade partner/subcontractor activities to align with the project schedule and site logistics.
• Oversee material, equipment, and prefabrication planning; initiate procurement needs and track deliveries.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Problem Solving

Safety Stewardship

Quality & Compliance

Collaboration & Influence

Digital Fluency

Formazione

Active state journeyman or master electrician license

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

LaborChart

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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Posting Details

• Posted on July 22, 2026

Locations

• Oakland, CA 94621, USA
• Field Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SUPER007838

Description

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

The Superintendent is an experienced field leader responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and safe execution of electrical work on assigned project(s). Reporting to a Senior/Site General Superintendent/General Superintendent, this role supervises leadpersons, journeymen, and apprentices; drives production to meet schedule and budget; and ensures installations are executed safely and meet quality, NEC/code, and specification requirements. The Superintendent coordinates with the GC and other trades, manages material and equipment needs, leads inspections and testing/commissioning activities, and maintains accurate field documentation.

DUTIES & SCOPE

• Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel (leadpersons, journeymen, apprentices); set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.
• Assure that staffing projections are accurate and updated weekly.
• Coordinate trade partner/subcontractor activities to align with the project schedule and site logistics.
• Oversee material, equipment, and prefabrication planning; initiate procurement needs and track deliveries to prevent delays.
• Complete required field documentation accurately and on time (daily reports, as-builts, JHAs/AHAs, test/inspection records, timesheets).
• Monitor and update construction schedules to keep them accurate and actionable throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure installation quality and compliance with the NEC (NFPA 70), project specifications, and all applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
• Promote and enforce Helix safety standards and protocols; lead toolbox talks, and pre-task planning; model a safety-first culture.
• Facilitate communication among Superintendents, field staff, GC, clients, inspectors, and trade partners; represent Helix in site and OAC/coordination meetings.
• Coordinate inspections with the AHJ and the GC; support testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with in-house support teams (VDC/BIM, estimating, purchasing, safety, QA/QC) to resolve issues and optimize work plans.
• Provide input to monthly cost-to-complete (labor/material/equipment) in collaboration with the project management team.
• Ensure accurate and timely field documentation (daily reports, JHAs/AHAs, as-builts, test records, timesheet approvals).
• Identify and communicate scope changes; support RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation .
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Leadership & People Development: coaches crews, builds accountability, and develops next-gen leaders.
• Planning & Execution: look-ahead scheduling, material staging, and prefabrication planning.
• Communication: clear written and verbal communication with crews, GC, owners, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: quickly diagnoses field issues and implements practical solutions.
• Safety Stewardship: models safe behaviors; sets clear expectations, holds people accountable and coaches to improve outcomes.
• Quality & Compliance: reads plans/specs, one-lines, and shop drawings; ensures code-compliant, right-first-time installations.
• Collaboration & Influence: drives coordination across trades and departments; resolves conflicts constructively.
• Digital Fluency: uses project software and mobile tools to document work, track progress, and report status.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years of experience in the electrical trade with progressive field leadership (lead/foreman/superintendent).
• Active state journeyman or master electrician license in the state of hire (or ability to obtain promptly).
• Demonstrated experience delivering commercial/industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
• Strong working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices.
• Proficient reading/interpreting plans, one-lines, shop drawings, submittals, and BIM/VDC coordination outputs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Bluebeam, LaborChart, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (or similar platforms).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR preferred.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow).
• Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets).
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required).
• Must be able to safely climb and work from ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to safely operate typical jobsite equipment (scissor lift, boom lift, forklift).
• Must be able to crawl, stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, reach, and routinely lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel between job sites and work extended or off-shift hours as project needs require.

• N (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation
• O (Occasionally) - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F (Frequently) - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C (Constantly) - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
• Bending - F
• Climbing – F
• Crawling - 0
• Hearing - C
• Lifting – Up to 50 lbs.
• Reach Outward - F
• Reach Above Shoulder - F
• Standing - C
• Sitting - F
• Talking - C
• Squat/Kneel - F
• Walking- C

COMPENSATION

The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $ 150,000.00 to $175,000.00 per year. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits.

Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Plans
• Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Match
• Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
• Tax Savings Accounts – FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarships

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