Traveling Electrical Construction Site Superintendent

AppleOne Employment Services; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an experienced Construction Site Superintendent to lead field operations on large‑scale electrical construction projects. This hands‑on role requires coordinating crews, subcontractors, materials, schedules, safety, and quality while moving projects forward.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical construction background, union environment experience, and the ability to lead multiple trades on commercial or industrial sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Foreman or Superintendent in construction.
• Commercial and/or industrial construction experience.
• Strong electrical construction knowledge.
• Experience with electrical conduit, wire, cable, lighting, devices, and related installations.
• Ability to read construction drawings, schematics, and SOWs.
• Experience leading crews and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and OSHA requirements.
• Experience working in a union construction environment and knowledge of union rules.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 100% to various project locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily construction activities according to the scope of work, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
• Supervise Foremen, crew members, subcontractors, and other field personnel.
• Establish daily goals and delegate work based on skill levels and project priorities.
• Coordinate closely with Construction Managers and project leadership.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, electrical schematics, and scopes of work.
• Monitor project progress and identify issues affecting schedule, budget, quality, safety, or completion.
• Coordinate materials, tools, equipment, and manpower needed to keep the project moving.
• Verify inventory and ensure materials are available when needed.
• Conduct and document job site inspections, audits, JSAs, and other required reports.
• Review and approve daily crew timesheets.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.
• Ensure proper PPE use and OSHA compliance.
• Coach, mentor, and provide feedback to field employees.
• Perform hands‑on trade work when needed.
• Work with union trades and follow applicable collective bargaining agreements and work rules.

Skills

Construction leadership

Electrical construction

Reading drawings & SOWs

Safety compliance

Communication

Project coordination

Team supervision

Travel readiness

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking an experienced Construction Site Superintendent to lead field operations on large‑scale electrical construction projects. This hands‑on role requires coordinating crews, subcontractors, materials, schedules, safety, and quality while moving projects forward.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical construction background, union environment experience, and the ability to lead multiple trades on commercial or industrial sites.