Superintendent

Helix Electric•Oakland, CA

About The Position

The Superintendent is an experienced field leader responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and safe execution of electrical work on assigned projects. Reporting to a Senior/Site General Superintendent or General Superintendent, this role supervises lead persons, journeymen, and apprentices; drives production to meet schedule and budget; and ensures installations are safe and meet quality, NEC/code, and project-specification requirements. The Superintendent coordinates with the general contractor and other trades, manages material and equipment needs, leads inspections and testing/commissioning activities, and maintains accurate field documentation. The role requires an experienced electrical trade professional with progressive field leadership who can deliver commercial or industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget. The Superintendent works with field crews, project teams, trade partners, clients, inspectors, and internal support groups to coordinate work, resolve issues, and promote safety and quality. The position may require travel between job sites and extended or off-shift hours as project needs require. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits. The listed starting annual base pay range is incomplete in the posting.

Requirements

10 or more years of electrical trade experience with progressive field leadership experience as a lead, foreman, or superintendent.
Active state journeyman or master electrician license in the state of hire, or ability to obtain one promptly.
Demonstrated experience delivering commercial or industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
Strong working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices.
Proficiency reading and interpreting plans, one-lines, shop drawings, and submittals, as well as BIM/VDC coordination outputs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and working knowledge of Bluebeam, LaborChart, and Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar platforms.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Commitment to safety and quality.
Ability to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, including heat, cold, rain, sleet, and snow.
Ability to use construction-site sanitary facilities and wear required personal protective equipment on site.
Ability to safely climb and work from ladders and stairs and safely operate typical jobsite equipment, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and forklifts.
Ability to crawl, stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, reach, and routinely lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to travel between job sites and work extended or off-shift hours as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 certification.
Current First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets.
Supervise, mentor, and develop lead persons, journeymen, and apprentices; set expectations and provide regular feedback.
Ensure staffing projections are accurate and updated weekly.
Coordinate trade partner and subcontractor activities with the project schedule and site logistics.
Oversee material, equipment, and prefabrication planning; initiate procurement needs and track deliveries.
Complete field documentation accurately and on time, including daily reports, as-builts, JHAs/AHAs, test and inspection records, and timesheets.
Monitor and update construction schedules throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure installations comply with the NEC (NFPA 70), project specifications, and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
Promote and enforce Helix safety standards; lead toolbox talks and pre-task planning, and model a safety-first culture.
Facilitate communication among Superintendents, field staff, the general contractor, clients, inspectors, and trade partners; represent Helix in site and OAC/coordination meetings.
Coordinate inspections with the AHJ and general contractor, and support testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
Collaborate with VDC/BIM, estimating, purchasing, safety, and QA/QC teams to resolve issues and optimize work plans.
Provide input to monthly cost-to-complete estimates for labor, materials, and equipment with the project management team.
Identify and communicate scope changes; support RFIs, submittals, and change-order documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.