Electrical Superintendent

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions•Portland, OR

2d•$76 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”), the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver, and service HVAC, plumbing, and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With 1,600 employees across 13 offices, there’s a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired. We have a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects to our integrated teams, including: New Construction – Engineering, fabrication, and installation of mechanical systems for new projects, following lean construction practices. Special Projects – Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings to create new efficiencies. Service – Scheduled preventive maintenance ensuring tenant comfort and 24/7 emergency response. Building Performance – Control systems, fault detection, energy services, and remote monitoring. Performance Contracting – Sustainable Solutions: Acting as the Prime Contractor, we deliver design-build, energy-efficient solutions in the built environment for private and public sector clients. People love to work at MacDonald-Miller because we all share the same Core Culture Values: Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings unique strengths that help us achieve our shared vision. Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments. Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hard hats and boots; it’s an attitude and an environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families. Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together, we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting. Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem-solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves. Fun! – Taking the work seriously but never taking ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with — we strive to be both. Oregon Electrical Superintendent: This is where you come in. We’re looking for a Building Controls - Electrical Superintendent to be responsible for the effective and successful management of labor, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established for the MMFS Controls Electrical team. You will work with all MacDonald-Miller personnel and customers to provide technical advice, bid assistance and see that all work is executed with distinction. In return for achieving aggressive goals, you’ll get rewarded with more to own, a ton of growth opportunities, and more freedom than you’ve probably ever had. Top deliverables in the first year to be a hero: Recruit, train, and oversee a team of electricians performing line and low voltage work to support the install, repair and retrofit of all manner of commercial control systems. Guidance and support on team members’ professional development. Communicate both internal and external customer issues with operations team and devise ways of improving the customer experience, including resolving problems and complaints. Work closely with the Controls Director of Operations to set and/or implement policies, procedures and systems and to follow through with implementation Work as a business partner with Account Executives, Project Managers and Field Supervision from other business units and trades. The Building Controls - Electrical Superintendent role reports to Troy Johnson – Director of Controls Operations Oregon on a collaborative team working on a variety of projects and initiatives to support our growing business. This highly visible role interacts with all levels and functions within the organization. Your Background: What kind of person will thrive in this role? You should have…

Requirements

A track record of understanding and utilizing company Operating Guidelines, Operational Beliefs and strong Customer Commitment.
A basic understanding of industry business and financial principles.
BA/BS degree in relevant discipline or equivalent work experience required.
Valid Washington State 01 Electrical Journeyman license at a minimum, 01 Administrator preferred.
Valid Oregon State J-License and preferably an S-License (Supervising License) or the ability to obtain an S-License within 6 months of starting.
Ten (10) years of associated experience preferred.
A creative problem solver with a can-do attitude.
Someone with a strong business owner mindset.
Collaborative with a flexible communication style.
Results-oriented showing tons of initiative.
Strength and Endurance: Lift and carry heavy equipment, materials, and tools. Physical strength and endurance are essential to handle the demands of the job.
Manual Dexterity: Precise and skilled hand movements are required for tasks such as wiring, connecting components, and using hand tools. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity are important.
Climbing and Balancing: Work may require employees to work at heights, such as climbing ladders, scaffolds, or using lifts to reach systems. The ability to maintain balance and work comfortably at elevated locations is crucial.
Stamina: Work can be physically demanding and may require long periods of standing, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Employees have the stamina to sustain these positions throughout the workday.
Vision and Hearing: Good vision is necessary for reading blueprints, diagrams, and working with small components. Additionally, good hearing is needed to detect issues or follow verbal instructions in noisy environments.
Color Vision: Work often involves identifying different colors of components. Color vision is important for correctly identifying and connecting components.
Fine Motor Skills: Precision and attention to detail are critical. Fine motor skills are needed for tasks such as stripping wires and connecting components.
Tolerance to Environmental Conditions: Employees may work in various environments, including indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions. They should be able to tolerate temperature variations, humidity, and exposure to dust or fumes.
Physical Agility: Agility is important for navigating through construction sites, tight spaces, and other challenging work environments. The ability to move quickly and safely is essential.
Safety Awareness: A strong awareness of safety procedures and the ability to follow safety guidelines is crucial to prevent accidents and injuries on the job.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit, train, and oversee a team of electricians performing line and low voltage work to support the install, repair and retrofit of all manner of commercial control systems.
Guidance and support on team members’ professional development.
Communicate both internal and external customer issues with operations team and devise ways of improving the customer experience, including resolving problems and complaints.
Work closely with the Controls Director of Operations to set and/or implement policies, procedures and systems and to follow through with implementation
Work as a business partner with Account Executives, Project Managers and Field Supervision from other business units and trades.
Assign daily work based on priority + schedule
Ensure crews are working on the right tasks at the right time
Track hours burned vs. progress (earned)
Adjust manpower in real time
Develop and maintain 1–3-week lookahead plans and work packages
Ensure work areas are ready and sequencing is aligned
Ensure installation meets Drawings, Specs & Company Standards
Catch issues early before they become rework
Track progress vs. schedule
Identify delays early
Communicate impacts to PM
Verify materials are on-site, correct and ready when needed
Enforce safety standards
Daily reports & issues / risks
Track delays (for potential CO’s) and field changes
Set expectations for crew
Hold team accountable for productivity and quality
Coach and develop field staff
Job walks for electrical scope development
Pre-bid review of hours and material with sales