Electrical Superintendent I - Canton, MS

CEC FACILITIES LLC•Canton, MS

About The Position

The Electrical Superintendent I is the primary jobsite supervisor for employees installing, altering, adding to, or repairing electrical systems, conductors, and related materials and equipment on small- to mid-sized ground-up or tenant-finish projects that do not require complex coordination among multiple subordinate supervisors and crews. This is a safety-sensitive position. The superintendent is responsible for CEC field trades on the project, works jointly with the Project Manager on estimates and take-offs, and coordinates work layouts, schedules, staffing, materials, tools, equipment, and information. The role supervises foremen and crews performing electrical installation work, coordinates daily with the General Contractor, monitors progress and safety, and oversees required project documentation and employee training. The work may take place indoors or outdoors, in varied weather and construction-site conditions, and may also involve an office setting. The role requires working 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, with overtime as required and night shifts as needed. The superintendent must also be on call for jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.

Requirements

  • Six or more years of commercial or industrial electrical experience.
  • Must possess the skills of lower-rated positions, including Foreman, Journeyman, T2, and H2.
  • Ability to read and comprehend prints, specifications, and schematics.
  • Ability to bend conduit by hand using hand benders.
  • Ability to use power tools, saws, threaders, knockout punches, wire tuggers, and hydraulic benders.
  • Ability to dig trenches using hand tools or power equipment.
  • Ability to safely operate equipment including trenchers, backhoes, and lift trucks.
  • Ability to understand and follow safe work procedures in CEC's Safety Policy Handbook, Haz-Com Policy, and Lockout/Tagout Policy.
  • Ability to operate two-handed tools and equipment, cable cutters, hammer drills, compression tools, and jackhammers.
  • Ability to operate company vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions.
  • Ability to read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, worksite directions, and written instructions.
  • Ability to operate and work from electric- and gasoline-powered mechanical personnel lifts.
  • Ability to work on energized circuits and equipment with company management approval, as outlined in CEC's Safety Policy.
  • Ability to install and make branch-wire terminations in junction boxes and panel boards.
  • Ability to install and make feeder-wire terminations in junction boxes and switchboards.
  • Ability to work 8 hours a day and 40 hours per week, with overtime as required and night shifts as needed.
  • Ability to be on call to address jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
  • Ability to work professionally and courteously in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no interference or disruption.
  • Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and by telephone.
  • Normal or corrected vision and hearing; vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest as needed.
  • Ability to traverse and inspect all jobsite areas in varied weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, or stretching; regularly move about on foot; and lift or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all CEC field trades on an electrical construction project.
  • Prepare working estimates and take-offs jointly with the Project Manager.
  • Lay out work for subordinate supervisors and lead persons, and coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure materials, tools, equipment, information, and appropriate manpower are available when and where needed.
  • Establish work schedules and man-loading charts.
  • Coordinate day-to-day project scheduling and performance matters with General Contractor representatives.
  • Supervise subordinate foremen installing electrical feeders; pumps, motors, generators, and other equipment; switchgear, relays, circuit breaker panels, and other control and distribution apparatus; lighting fixtures and outlets; and related connections and terminations.
  • Monitor work, direct subordinate supervisors and crews, and schedule activities according to job progress and the work of other trades.
  • Handle or oversee project correspondence and administrative paperwork, including official forms, daily reports, time sheets or tickets, and safety reports.
  • Take overall responsibility for project safety performance and ensure compliance with CEC safety processes and protocols.
  • Ensure employees are properly trained or instructed for their assigned duties.
  • Investigate or assist with investigating and reporting jobsite accidents and safety incidents.
  • Perform other related duties to support efficient processes, project completion, and department operations.
  • Work overtime as required and night shifts as needed, and remain on call for jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
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