Electrical Superintendent

Electrical Superintendent - Power Construction Join Kiewit as an Electrical Superintendent and take a leadership role pivotal to project success within our dynamic construction environment. In this role you will oversee multiple teams—including general foremen, foremen, and skilled craft workers—to ensure all electrical work meets stringent industry standards and project specifications. Your expertise will guide planning, execution, scheduling, and cost management activities, promoting compliance with regulatory codes such as NEC and IEEE, while fostering strong collaborations with clients, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors. Locations: Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Florida, Virginia. Responsibilities Providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for junior superintendents, general foremen, foremen, and field engineers. Carefully reviewing and approving labor rates to maintain budget integrity and ensure fair compensation for all team members. Supporting project management with contract administration tasks, including leading subcontractor coordination meetings. Building and sustaining positive working relationships with clients and onsite staff to promote a collaborative project environment. Leading planning sessions and problem‑solving meetings involving clients, engineers, and project stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and timely resolution of challenges. Contributing to monthly progress reports and cost updates to provide accurate project financial insights. Assisting in the review, approval, and negotiation of change orders to manage scope and schedule adjustments effectively. Driving the development and implementation of project completion protocols and turnover processes to guarantee successful project closeout and client satisfaction. Maintaining comprehensive daily records and documentation to support accurate reporting and compliance requirements. Ensuring timely and thorough performance evaluations for direct reports and overseeing promotion decisions up to General Foreman roles to maintain leadership quality. Qualifications Minimum of 8 years of construction experience, with at least 3 years in a superintendent or leadership role overseeing electrical installation projects within power generation or industrial environments. Proactive, self‑motivated individual capable of managing complex tasks with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong initiative and effective decision‑making. Competence in quickly mastering Kiewit’s policies, procedures, and software platforms essential for project management and administration. Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to resolve challenges promptly and effectively. Outstanding organizational and communication abilities, including interpersonal skills that foster collaboration and consensus‑building among diverse teams and stakeholders. Robust experience in leadership, safety management, negotiation, project planning, and contract administration aligned with industry best practices. Hands‑on electrical installation expertise, ideally validated by current or previous state journeyman electrician licensure, with direct experience in power generation or industrial electrical work. A degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology from an accredited institution may be considered in lieu of extensive hands‑on experience when accompanied by relevant supervisory experience. Thorough knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and NFPA standards governing electrical installation and safety to ensure compliance and best practices on‑site. Commitment to fostering a safe work environment, familiar with OSHA regulations and industry safety protocols. Additional Requirements Regular, reliable attendance. Work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others in a team environment. Perform work safely and effectively, understanding and following oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines; availability for overtime and weekends as required. May work at various locations with varying conditions. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans; voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs; life insurance; disability coverage; retirement plans with matching; and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr