Traveling Electrical Superintendent
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Traveling Electrical Superintendent to lead electrical construction activities for high-value data center projects across multiple regions. The role focuses on ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant installation, testing, and commissioning of critical electrical systems (switchgear, UPS, generators, PDUs, busways, transformers) while maintaining schedule, quality and budgetary objectives. The ideal candidate is hands-on, travels frequently to job sites, coordinates cross-discipline teams, and provides clear leadership to subcontractors and craft personnel.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all field operations for assigned projects including site logistics, scheduling, safety, quality, and productivity
- Oversee daily activities of subcontractors, foremen, and site personnel
- Enforce strict safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards
- Coordinate closely with the Project Manager, client representatives, engineers, and inspectors
- Manage project schedules, anticipating challenges and proactively resolving conflicts
- Ensure work complies with contract documents, drawings, specifications, and local codes
- Conduct regular site meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and safety briefings
- Monitor and maintain quality control standards including inspections and documentation
- Review and track field production, manpower, and equipment usage
- Support commissioning, turnover, and closeout processes for mission‑critical systems
- Maintain accurate daily reports, logs, progress photos, and field documentation
- Serve as the companys on‑site representative, maintaining strong client relationships.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of electrical construction experience with at least 5 years in a superintendent or lead role.
- Direct experience on data center, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial facilities preferred
- Strong understanding of MEP systems, concrete, steel, and complex building assemblies
- Proven ability to manage large subcontractor teams and multi‑phased schedules
- Deep knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequencing
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
- Ability to travel extensively and work extended schedules as required
Benefits
- Vacation/PTO
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401kBonus
- Relocation
- Telecommute