Electrical Superintendent

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MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking an Electrical Superintendent to support the construction of a Water Treatment Plant located in Portland, OR. This project will be the first of its kind in, an ultimately supplying 135 million gallons of water a day to the Portland community. This position is a great opportunity to be a part of a historic infrastructure and filtration project and see it through the entire project delivery life cycle, from groundbreaking to closeout.

• Provide technical support to MWH staff and/or subcontractors to ensure construction work is performed efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance company policy and engineering standards.
• Review and approve subcontractor's construction plan, schedule, supervise and track activities accordingly. Includes reviewing method of construction, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment, temporary power infrastructure, work schedule, and documentation of actual hours worked.
• Coordinate assigned work with work of different subcontractors.
• Maintain liaison with engineering and project management to ensure engineering deliverables are timely and adequate in quality, and that the installed work complies with drawings, specifications, and schedule.
• Assist technical staff with equipment supplier shop inspections and tests.
• Assist in resolving construction problems (e.g. engineering or supply errors, lack of productivity, work interfaces, quality shortfalls, etc.) as required.
• Maintain liaison with other departments to ensure all required design, materials, equipment, inspections, etc., support both subcontractors' and project schedule.
• Review shop drawing and submittals regarding electrical and I&C work. Assist with review of equipment supplier submittals.
• Review subcontractors' daily activity plans to assure that requisite personnel, equipment, and supplies are in place to assure that the following day's work will be conducted in a safe manner with minimal wasted effort.
• Provide single-point field inspection of Electrical and I&C subcontractor's work representing the Construction Manager in the field and ensuring quality and project specifications are met.
• Understand contract documentation and test plan for the designated Work Package.
• Support requests for information (RFI's) for questions or clarification that may affect the construction schedule, cost, or quality. Assist with the investigation and development of engineered solutions where possible, ensuring final authorization by the Engineer of Record (EOR).
• Review, analyze, and record any construction issues potentially resulting in a scope, time or cost impact to the work which may result in a change to the contract.
• Responsible to ensure that master As-built drawing information is maintained and current.
• Attend Weekly Progress Meetings an General Superintendent and Construction Manager, including review of progress against latest planned schedule.
• Develop project-specified quality control and assurance documents and standards for projects that are under development.
• Plan and coordinate all field testing and inspections in accordance with the Contract Documents.
• Document compliance and non-compliance with established quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Prepare written reports documenting QA/QC inspections, non-compliance notices, and corrective actions.
• Work with General Superintendent to implement methodology and criteria to resolve any non-compliance notices previously issued.
• Review and submit all test reports for inclusion in turnover documentation to Owner.
• Assist in control systems testing, field testing, and system acceptance including operational readiness testing (ORT) and combined operational readiness testing (CORT).
• Assist technical staff with field activities and including site inspections, equipment commissioning and start-up, equipment performance testing, monitoring, and other fieldwork.
• Review electrical schematic diagrams and coordinate with the I&C requirements with the electrical discipline.
• Assist technical staff in field activities, including site inspections, shop inspections, monitoring and other fieldwork.
• On a daily basis, monitor and record all work scope being executed and prepare a comprehensive Daily Report with measurement of daily quantities completed and resources utilized.
• Perform additional assignments per project manager's direction.
• Responsible for the safe conduct of MWHC employees and subcontractors to ensure a zero-accident project.
• Ensure all site personnel meet minimum safety requirements (e.g. training, orientations, tools, and equipment).
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with project safety program requirements; document nonconformance and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of all site workers by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction industry & inspection experience.
• Thorough understanding of construction safety, quality control, and general contract management requirements necessary.
• Prior experience and familiarity with the current standards for instrumentation and controls in the industrial plant environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large industrial process plant projects including water & wastewater treatment plants.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services and a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.