Superintendent (Electrical)

Matrix Service Company; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Disability insurance

Life & AD&D

401(k) match

ESPP

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking an experienced Superintendent to supervise electrical construction crews on major projects in the Baton Rouge area. The role focuses on planning and coordinating activities, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining project schedules.

The ideal candidate will have extensive field leadership experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with safety, engineering, and procurement teams to resolve issues and maintain quality.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a similar facility, including construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures.
• 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling and cost control.
• Ability to supervise large groups.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise work activities; determine methods of construction, safety procedures, manpower, material quantities, equipment, and work schedule.
• Coordinate assigned work with different crafts, departments and contractors.
• Maintain liaison with safety, engineering, estimating, and planning to ensure compliance with safety policies and drawings.
• Conduct field safety audits and investigations; monitor safety program adherence.
• Maintain liaison with Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering to support materials, inspections, and schedules.
• Support HR in requisitioning manpower and addressing staffing needs.
• Perform other responsibilities as directed.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Cost control

Supervise large groups

Management techniques

Communication skills

MS Word & Excel

Education

4-year engineering degree

Tools

MS Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Superintendent is responsible for supervising craft employees assigned to the Electrical construction discipline work area

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Plans and supervises work activities. Determines method of construction, safety procedures and requirements, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power sources, work schedule and documents actual hours worked.
• Coordinates assigned work with different crafts, company departments and/or other contractors.
• Maintains liaison with safety department, engineering, estimating and planning to ensure work complies with safety policies, drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Assists in resolving construction problems and safety issues, as required.
• Conducts accident investigations with safety department, as required.
• Maintains communication with the HR Department to resolve issues of requisitioning required manpower.
• Monitors craft compliance with project safety program requirements. Documents and ensures corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintains liaison with other departments (Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Engineering) to ensure all required materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support craft activities and project schedule.
• Conducts field safety audits, as required and maintains a complete understanding of Corporate Safety Manual and requirements.
• Performs additional responsibilities, as directed.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in similar facility, including construction technology, methods, equipment, tools, and work procedures; 1+ years' experience supervising craft employees.
• 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Advanced understanding of construction scheduling cost control.
• Ability to supervise large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; good computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Work includes field inspections and audits and the physical ability to conduct these field duties which require the following activities:

• Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project via turnstile access.
• Extensive walking in and around a construction site.
• Tasks at heights including climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, and working on uneven surfaces.
• Working in small or confined spaces.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. fall protection harness, hard hat, etc.).
• Ability to be fit tested for and use a respirator.
• Must be able to perform work tasks in hot and cold temperatures

In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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