Electrical Superintendent

Sun Tribe•Charlottesville, VA

46d•$95,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sun Tribe EPC (“Sun Tribe”) is Virginia’s premier utility-scale solar design and build firm, specializing in sub-20MW ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities. Our construction efforts are focused throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia, Maryland, and neighboring states. At Sun Tribe, we build with purpose—prioritizing safety, quality, and environmental stewardship in every project we deliver. The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the electrical and mechanical installation, quality assurance, and commissioning activities for assigned solar construction projects. As a key member of the Field Operations team, this role provides technical leadership throughout construction by supporting planning, subcontractor coordination, quality inspections, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project closeout activities. The Electrical Superintendent works closely with Construction Management to ensure electrical and mechanical work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and Sun Tribe's core values. This position reports directly to the Senior Quality & Commissioning Manager and works closely with Construction Management, Project Management, Project Engineering, EHS, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

Requirements

High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Journeyman Electrician license required; Master Electrician license preferred.
Minimum two (2) years of utility-scale solar construction experience required.
Experience commissioning front-of-the-meter and behind-the-meter solar projects.
Current, valid driver's license and eligibility for corporate vehicle insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Experience with thermography, electrical testing, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of utility-scale solar facilities.
Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), ANSI/NETA ATS, IEC 62446, and other applicable electrical standards.
Demonstrated understanding of electrical, mechanical, and protection relay drawings.
OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR certifications preferred.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, Slack, and other construction management software.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills with the ability to effectively coordinate across project teams and subcontractors.
Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement and alignment with Sun Tribe's core values.
Alignment with Sun Tribe's core values: Community, Safety, Perpetual Improvement, Nature, Joy, and Respect.
Commitment to a culture of safety, accountability, and high-quality project delivery.

Responsibilities

Oversees electrical and mechanical construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, quality standards, and Sun Tribe requirements.
Provides technical leadership throughout construction by supporting planning, field execution, quality assurance, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project closeout activities.
Maintains field presence during critical phases of construction, testing, commissioning, and energization to support successful project execution.
Performs field observations and quality inspections, identifies technical risks, and supports timely resolution of electrical and mechanical construction issues.
Coordinates electrical and mechanical construction activities with Construction Management and project teams to support safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
Reviews electrical and mechanical material submittals, technical documentation, and subcontractor work to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Oversees electrical testing, startup, commissioning, utility witness testing, and equipment energization activities.
Develops and manages electrical and mechanical quality plans, punch lists, commissioning documentation, and related project records.
Supports preconstruction activities including drawing reviews, technical site visits, subcontractor evaluations, commissioning planning, and development of electrical construction standards.
Collaborates closely with Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Quality, EHS, subcontractors, and clients to support successful project delivery.
Contributes to continuous improvement efforts by supporting development of electrical construction standards, commissioning processes, quality documentation, and field best practices.