Travel Electrical Superintendent

M.C. Dean, Inc•Ladysmith, VA

About The Position

M.C. Dean designs, builds, operates, and maintains cyber-physical solutions for mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. The Travel Electrical Superintendent is a critical member of the project team, responsible for estimating, developing, and executing integrated project plans and directing, scheduling, and coordinating construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. The role uses modular construction methods and proprietary tools to coordinate installation of fabricated assemblies on projects valued from $10 million to $200 million, including data centers, hospitals, government facilities, airports, railway transportation systems, and manufacturing projects. Projects may involve greenfield construction or complex renovations. The position also assembles, tests, and supports the installation of modular electrical systems at client facilities or project sites, and provides skilled electrical support to other projects and field operations as business needs require. Travel up to 75% may be required. The role is physically demanding, includes outdoor work in varied weather and work in elevated, under-construction, and restricted areas, and requires flexible hours. Overtime, weekends, or night shifts may be necessary to complete projects on time.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience working in the electrical industry, including two years serving as a foreman.
High school diploma or GED with 10 or more years of experience.
Advanced training in one career discipline or entry-level requirements in two.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
Ability to work at heights and in areas under construction or restricted areas, including switchgear rooms, manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, and attics.
Ability to work in areas accessible by OSHA-approved construction ladders or stairs under construction.
Flexible work hours; overtime, weekends, and night shifts may be required to complete projects on time.
Ability to work with customers and their representatives with little interference or disruption while maintaining a professional and courteous image.
Ability to use a computer screen for extended periods and sit for extended periods.
Ability to reach by extending hands or arms in any direction and manipulate objects with finger dexterity, such as using a keyboard.
Ability to listen to and understand spoken information and communicate information verbally so others understand.
Ability to read and understand written information.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and produce sensible answers.
Ability to identify and understand another person's speech.

Nice To Haves

Master electrician's license.

Responsibilities

Maintain an ethical and motivated work environment.
Motivate and lead teams and team members.
Build the company's relationship with owners by delivering safe, quality projects on time and within budget.
Develop estimates and integrated project plans with the project team.
Understand contracts, scope, specifications, drawings, and integrated project plans.
Manage site logistics in coordination with the Logistics Service Center.
Manage procurements and material releases against a bill of material in coordination with the Procurement Service Center.
Collaborate with senior management, supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
Plan, organize, and direct daily activities according to the plan.
Dispatch workers to construction sites according to the plan and monitor daily progress.
Direct and supervise teams and delegate responsibilities to foremen and electrical technicians.
Inspect and review projects for compliance with building and safety regulations and codes.
Coordinate work with other contractors.
Deliver quality and safe installations with support from Safety and Quality Service Centers.
Monitor completed work against the plan daily and weekly.
Work with the project team to maintain positive cash flow and profitability.
Mentor technicians to prepare them for promotion.
Conduct performance appraisals with foremen and electricians.
Assemble, test, and support installation of modular electrical systems at client facilities or project sites.
Provide skilled electrical support to other projects and field operations as business needs require.