Superintendent

IES Electrical; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical-dental-vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life/AD&D

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

IES Electrical in Texas is seeking an experienced Superintendent to oversee electrical construction on mission-critical/data center projects, from mobilization through commissioning and turnover.

You will lead field crews, coordinate with subcontractors and engineers, ensure safety compliance, read drawings and specs, and manage schedules and budgets. Ideal candidates have 8–12 years in electrical construction and 1–3 years in lead roles, with a Journeyman or Master license preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or GED; technical/trade degree preferred.
• 8–12 years in electrical construction with 1–3 years in superintendent/lead role.
• Direct data center or mission-critical project experience strongly preferred.
• Valid electrical license on Journeyman or Master level preferred.
• Strong reading of electrical drawings, specs, and BIM coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site electrical construction activities from mobilization to turnover.
• Supervise field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to hit milestones.
• Develop short-interval plans, look-ahead schedules, and manpower forecasts.
• Ensure safety policies, OSHA standards, and site safety requirements.
• Interpret and enforce codes and drawings (NEC, NFPA, Local codes).
• Coordinate with PM, engineering, and trades to resolve conflicts.
• Support QA/QC activities, inspections, testing, commissioning.
• Maintain field documentation and logistics.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Electrical construction

Reading drawings & specs

Safety compliance

MS Office proficiency

Outlook

Electrical license (Journeyman/Master)

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Technical or construction‑related degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall supervision, coordination, and execution of electrical construction activities on complex, fast-paced mission‑critical/data center projects. Ensures all field operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, schedules, and quality standards. Provides leadership to field personnel, coordinates with subcontractors and other trades, and serves as the primary on‑site authority for electrical operations.

• Leads all on-site electrical construction activities for mission‑critical/data center projects from mobilization through commissioning and turnover
• Supervises, coordinates, and directs field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to meet project milestones
• Develops and executes short‑interval plans, look‑ahead schedules, and manpower forecasts
• Ensures strict adherence to safety policies, OSHA standards, and site‑specific safety requirements; promotes a proactive safety culture
• Interprets and enforces compliance with construction drawings, specifications, and applicable codes (NEC, NFPA, Local codes)
• Coordinates closely with project management, engineering, and other trades to resolve conflicts and maintain workflow continuity
• Monitors productivity, tracks progress, and implements corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget targets
• Leads huddles, weekly coordination meetings, and subcontractor alignment meetings
• Supports QA/QC processes, inspections, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure system reliability and uptime
• Identifies and mitigates risks, delays, and field issues in real time
• Ensures proper material management, delivery coordination, and site logistics
• Maintains accurate field documentation including daily reports, manpower logs, and progress updates.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED
• Technical or construction‑related degree preferred.
• Valid Electrical License on Journeyman or Master level preferred.
• 8 to 12 years recent electrical construction experience with 1 to 3 years experience in Superintendent or lead supervisory role.
• Direct experience on data center or mission‑critical projects strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of critical power systems and redundancy (N, N+1, 2N configurations).
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scheduling, and commissioning processes.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings, specifications, and BIM coordination documents.
• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain
• Proficient computer skills with experience utilizing Outlook, MS Office (EXCEL/WORD).
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Successfully pass pre‑employment (post offer) background check and MVR check, and as applicable drug testing.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with company discretionary match, flexible medical‑dental‑vision insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability insurance, basic life/AD&D insurance, paid holidays, and highly competitive pay in addition to paid‑time‑off.

Accessibility & Equal Opportunity

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact IES Commercial & Industrial Division Human Resources at Phone: [phone].

IES is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Minorities/Females/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.