Superintendent – Power & Energy

Tarlton Corp; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarlton Corp in St. Louis seeks a field supervisor with 5–10+ years in power/energy or utility construction to lead on-site activities. You will coordinate crews, enforce safety standards, and ensure schedule integrity on active projects in the Midwest.

You will collaborate with project teams, manage subcontractors, and oversee daily sequencing, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance in dynamic field conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in power/energy, industrial, or utility construction environments.
• Strong safety leadership and ability to coordinate multiple trades.
• Clear communication and problem-solving in field conditions.
• OSHA 30 required/preferred for supervisory roles; electrical safety certifications as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site power and energy construction activities and daily sequencing.
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, inspections, and site logistics.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements and plan high-risk work.
• Track progress and communicate constraints, risks, and resource needs.
• Drive quality outcomes and inspection readiness through disciplined execution.

Skills

Power/energy field leadership

Safety leadership

Communication & coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction Management/Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Scheduling tools

Job description

Why Tarlton

Tarlton is a St. Louis-based general contractor and construction manager specializing in complex, technically demanding projects across the Midwest. With deep regional roots and a reputation built on trust, teamwork, and repeat clients, we are known for taking on challenging work and delivering it safely, predictably, and with pride. We conduct our business with safety, quality, integrity, and enthusiasm—and our core values include building a safe and caring environment.

Your Role

Provide field leadership for power and energy projects,coordinating work involving utilities, electrical systems, and safety-criticalenvironments.

What You'll Do

• Supervise on-site power and energy construction activities and daily sequencing
• Coordinate crews, subcontractors, inspections, and site logistics
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements and plan high-risk work
• Track progress and communicate constraints, risks, and resource needs
• Drive quality outcomes and inspection readiness through disciplined execution

What You Bring

• Experience in power/energy, industrial, or utility construction environments
• Strong safety leadership and ability to coordinate multiple trades
• Clear communication and problem-solving in field conditions

Experience

• 5–10+ years of field supervision; power/energy, industrial, or utility project experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and managing safety-critical work activities.

Education & Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Construction Management/Engineering or equivalent field experience preferred.
• OSHA 30 required/preferred for supervisory roles; electrical safety/competent-person certifications as applicable; valid driver’s license.

Tools & Software

Proficiency in Procore, Microsoft Office, and scheduling/planning tools.

Specialized Project Experience

Power/energy or utility environments; heightened safety planning and coordination (lockout/tagout and electrical safety as applicable).

• Primarily on an active project site and/or jobsite trailer; may include outdoor environments and coordination around energized or safety-sensitive areas.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), required; work hours may vary by project and outages/shutdown windows.
• This role may require shifts or extended hours depending on project demands, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Travel may be required based on project assignment. Projects are primarily within the St. Louis region, with flexibility and readiness to support work outside the local market as Tarlton expands.
• Leadership & Team Development: Provides clear direction, sets expectations, holds others accountable, and develops team members through coaching and support
• Stand Behind Our Word and Work: Follows through on commitments, takes ownership of results, and ensures work meets high standards of quality and professionalism
• Cultivate Clients for Life: Builds trust-based relationships through responsiveness, clear communication, and understanding of client needs
• Build a Safe and Caring Environment: Promotes a safety-first culture, proactively manages risks, and looks out for others
• Gets the Job Done: Takes ownership, removes obstacles, prioritizes effectively, and drives work forward to achieve results
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and works effectively across teams to build trust and alignment
• Develops and Adapts: Seeks feedback, learns from experience, and adjusts to changing conditions and project needs

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Complex, high-impact projects with experienced teams
• Strong partnership between field and project management
• Safety-first culture and high standards of quality
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth
• A company proud to be STLMade and invested in the region

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tarlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based onrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status underapplicable law.