Electrical Operations Supervisor

Rhoads Industries, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

As a member of the Rhoads team, you’ll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads. We are currently looking for Electrical Operations Supervisors to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. The Electrical Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading complex electrical installation work on high-visibility Defense construction projects. This role bridges technical execution with operational leadership—managing workforce, execution plans, cost/schedule thresholds, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, planning skills, and field leadership to ensure safe, timely, and code-compliant electrical construction. The Electrical Operations Supervisor role requires flexibility in working hours including weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in electrical construction, with at least 1+ years of proven experience in a Group Leader, Foreman, General Foreman, or similar crew leadership role required.
Experience working in electrical and/or ship construction, maintenance, or other related fields highly preferred.
Experience with complex, schedule-driven defense or government projects preferred.
Demonstrated ability to plan and lead electrical work in the field.
Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and DoD/government electrical standards.
Proven track record managing union labor or large craft workforces.
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, construction drawings, and work packages.
Familiarity with project controls, scheduling software, and performance metrics.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman or Master Electrician license (preferred)
OSHA 30 certification (preferred)
PMP or CM certification (a plus)

Responsibilities

Oversee daily execution of electrical construction activities including:
Electrical equipment installation
LV/HV power and control cable installation, termination, and testing
Cableway, conduit, and cable management systems
Lead and supervise a team of up to 15 electricians.
Serve as the primary interface between engineering/design, scheduling, and field crews.
Interpret and enforce compliance with electrical specifications, work instructions, NEC/NFPA codes, and referenced government/DoD standards.
Drive daily and weekly execution plans and workforce deployment strategies.
Monitor cost, labor productivity, and progress to ensure project stays on schedule and budget.
Participate in daily coordination meetings, safety briefings, and schedule reviews.
Foster a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Engage with union labor and ensure compliance with workforce agreements and practices.
Other duties as assigned.