Electrical Superintendent (Hourly)

We are hiring an Electrical Superintendent to join our team at Walker Engineering for our San Antonio division.

Job Description:

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling large and/or complex construction projects. This leadership role entails overseeing the workforce, managing subcontractors, and ensuring projects are completed on time, safely, and within quality and profitability standards.

Responsibilities:

Safety:

• Enforce Walker Engineering's safety program, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and site-specific requirements.
• Conduct and document safety/incident investigations, ensuring prompt corrective action.
• Facilitate OSHA inspections and manage government inspections and licensing matters.
• Maintain first aid resources and coordinate medical facilities for emergencies and drug testing.
• Uphold and promote excellent housekeeping practices across all teams.
• Secure the work area daily.

Leadership & Supervision:

• Direct foreman and general foremen, optimizing their productivity and efficiency.
• Maintain open, frequent communication with all project personnel to discuss plans, identify potential problems, and provide alternative solutions.
• Cultivate positive relationships with inspectors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Drive motivation and high morale among personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers.

Planning & Scheduling:

• Participate in construction meetings and provide insights on job progress and issues.
• Coordinate work sequences and manage interactions with other crafts, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Keep the 3week rolling project forecast updated to manage materials, equipment, and personnel scheduling.
• Review and address RFI logs and change orders, ensuring alignment with as built plans.
• Consult with engineering, estimating, and planning departments to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and timelines.

Quality Control:

• Uphold quality standards in all project tasks, implementing processes to enhance productivity and quality.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Address inspection reports and manage resolutions to deficiencies.

Administration:

• Manage administrative tasks including timecard review, invoicing, documentation of additional work, and maintenance of accurate as built drawings.
• Complete daily superintendent reports and ensure the implementation of Task Hazard Analysis (THA) at the start of each shift.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 25%, subject to project needs.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Craft apprenticeship completion or equivalent training and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Active Texas Journeyman Electrician license.
• Proficient understanding of project scopes and trade interactions.
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA regulations and company safety protocols.
• OSHA30 certification or the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• Competent in reading drawings and interpreting specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership, teambuilding, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage diversity and resolve conflicts.
• Advanced skills in construction scheduling and cost control.
• Administrative prowess, including the completion of necessary documentation.
• Technologically savvy with efficient time management and goalsetting abilities.
• Commitment to accountability, integrity, and detailed work.
• Job access is contingent upon meeting all site-specific requirements without restriction.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular communication and site engagement.
• Construction site navigation in various climates and environments.
• Spatial understanding for blueprint reading and geometry problem-solving.
• Material and equipment managing up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Climbing ladders, stairways, and maintaining balance.
• Frequent bending, stretching, and reaching.
• Clear vision for detailed work and safe operation of vehicles.

This job description may be subject to changes and is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve with business needs.