Electrical Superintendent – Power Generation
Confidential – Leading Electrical Contractor | Pacific & Mountain West Regions
About the Opportunity
A well-established, nationally recognized electrical contractor with over six decades of experience is seeking a seasoned Electrical Superintendent to lead field operations across projects in the Pacific and Mountain West. This is a traveling role supporting large-scale construction in transmission, substation, renewable energy, and industrial power sectors. The company is a subsidiary of a major publicly traded infrastructure services group and is known for its strong safety culture, quality standards, and diverse project portfolio.
What You'll Do
- Provide day-to-day field supervision and leadership for electrical construction crews on utility-scale transmission, substation, and/or renewable energy projects
- Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to keep projects on schedule and within budget
- Enforce strict safety protocols and lead daily toolbox talks, JHAs, and site safety audits
- Interpret and work from engineered drawings, single-line diagrams, and project specifications
- Manage subcontractors and self-perform crews, ensuring quality and compliance at every phase
- Communicate proactively with project managers, owners, and engineering teams
- Identify and escalate schedule risks, scope changes, and field issues in a timely manner
- Mentor and develop foremen and journeymen in the field
What You'll Bring
- 7+ years of electrical construction experience, with at least 3 years in a superintendent or senior foreman role
- Proven background in one or more of the following: high-voltage transmission, substation construction, wind/solar/renewable energy, industrial power
- Journeyman Electrician license (preferred; IBEW experience a plus)
- Strong understanding of NEC, NESC, and applicable OSHA standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage crews of 10–50+ in remote or travel-based environments
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the Pacific and Mountain West — this is a travel/per diem position
- Solid communication and organizational skills; ability to hold crews accountable while maintaining morale
- Proficiency with project documentation tools and scheduling software
What's on Offer
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Per diem and travel/lodging provided
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex infrastructure projects
- Career growth within a large, diversified organization with long-term project pipelines
- Strong team culture with a commitment to safety and professional development
Location: Travel-based | Pacific & Mountain West U.S. (CA, OR, WA, NV, AZ, UT, CO, ID, MT, WY)
Employment Type: Full-Time
This is a confidential search. The hiring company will be disclosed to qualified candidates during the interview process.
INDAF
Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- NEC: 3 years (Required)
- Construction: 3 years (Required)
- Data center: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
