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Electrical Superintendent

Owen Thomas Group
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

DUTIES & SCOPE: 

  • Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel (lead persons, journeymen, apprentices); set clear expectations and provide regular feedback.
  • Assure that staffing projections are accurate and updated weekly.
  • Coordinate trade partner/subcontractor activities to align with the project schedule and site logistics.
  • Oversee material, equipment, and prefabrication planning; initiate procurement needs and track deliveries to prevent delays.
  • Complete required field documentation accurately and on time (daily reports, as-builts, JHAs/AHAs, test/inspection records, timesheets).
  • Monitor and update construction schedules to keep them accurate and actionable throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure installation quality and compliance with the NEC (NFPA 70), project specifications, and all applicable local, state, and federal requirements.
  • Promote and enforce our safety standards and protocols; lead toolbox talks, and pre-task planning; model a safety-first culture.
  • Facilitate communication among Superintendents, field staff, GC, clients, inspectors, and trade partners; represent Helix in site and OAC/coordination meetings.
  • Coordinate inspections with the AHJ and the GC; support testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
  • Collaborate with in-house support teams (VDC/BIM, estimating, purchasing, safety, QA/QC) to resolve issues and optimize work plans.
  • Provide input to monthly cost-to-complete (labor/material/equipment) in collaboration with the project management team.
  • Ensure accurate and timely field documentation (daily reports, JHAs/AHAs, as-builts, test records, timesheet approvals).
  • Identify and communicate scope changes; support RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Leadership & People Development: coaches crews, builds accountability, and develops next-gen leaders.
  • Planning & Execution: look-ahead scheduling, material staging, and prefabrication planning.
  • Communication: clear written and verbal communication with crews, GC, owners, inspectors, and internal teams.
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: quickly diagnoses field issues and implements practical solutions.
  • Safety Stewardship: models safe behaviors; sets clear expectations, holds people accountable and coaches to improve outcomes.
  • Quality & Compliance: reads plans/specs, one-lines, and shop drawings; ensures code-compliant, right-first-time installations.
  • Collaboration & Influence: drives coordination across trades and departments; resolves conflicts constructively.
  • Digital Fluency: uses project software and mobile tools to document work, track progress, and report status.


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

  • 10 years of experience in the electrical trade with progressive field leadership (lead/foreman/superintendent).
  • Active state journeyman or master electrician license in the state of hire (or ability to obtain promptly).
  • Demonstrated experience delivering commercial/industrial electrical projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Strong working knowledge of the NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices.
  • Proficient reading/interpreting plans, one-lines, shop drawings, submittals, and BIM/VDC coordination outputs.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Bluebeam, LaborChart, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (or similar platforms).
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
  • OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR preferred.
  • Commitment to safety and quality.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Must be able to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow).
  • Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets).
  • Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required).
  • Must be able to safely climb and work from ladders and stairs.
  • Must be able to safely operate typical jobsite equipment (scissor lift, boom lift, forklift).
  • Must be able to crawl, stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, reach, and routinely lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to travel between job sites and work extended or off-shift hours as project needs require.

Salary : $150,000 - $190,000

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