Traveling Electrical Superintendent

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Job Title: Traveling Electrical Superintendent

Job Site Location: Iowa (Data Center Project)
Salary: $125,000 – $160,000 annually

Summary: Traveling Superintendent (Electrical)

The Traveling Electrical Superintendent is an experienced field leader responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and safe execution of electrical work on a large-scale data center project in Iowa. This role requires flexibility to travel as needed to support project demands. Reporting to a Senior/Site General Superintendent or General Superintendent, the Superintendent supervises leadpersons, journeymen, and apprentices; drives production to meet schedule and budget; and ensures installations are executed safely and meet quality, NEC/code, and specification requirements.

The Superintendent coordinates with the General Contractor and other trades, manages material and equipment needs, leads inspections and testing/commissioning activities, and maintains accurate field documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Functions

• Lead field installations to meet project schedule, budget, and quality targets
• Supervise, mentor, and develop field personnel (leadpersons, journeymen, apprentices); set clear expectations and provide regular feedback
• Assure staffing projections are accurate and updated weekly
• Coordinate trade partner and 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 and 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 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 the company in site and OAC/coordination meetings
• Coordinate inspections with the AHJ and GC; support testing, startup, and commissioning activities typical of data center environments
• 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
• Identify and communicate scope changes; support RFIs, submittals, and change order documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Leadership & People Development – coaches crews, builds accountability, and develops future 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 and holds teams accountable
• Quality & Compliance – ensures code-compliant, right-first-time installations
• Collaboration & Influence – drives coordination across trades and departments
• Digital Fluency – uses project software and mobile tools to document work, track progress, and report status

Required Education & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in the electrical trade with progressive field leadership (Lead, Foreman, Superintendent)
• Experience on large commercial or industrial projects; data center experience strongly
• Active state Journeyman or Master Electrician license in the state of hire (or ability to obtain promptly)
• Demonstrated experience delivering electrical projects on schedule and within budget
• Strong working knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70) and familiarity with NFPA 70E safe work practices
• Proficient in reading and 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 acceptable driving record
• OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR
• Strong commitment to safety and quality

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in extreme indoor and outdoor conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)
• Ability to climb ladders, work from lifts, and operate typical jobsite equipment
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Must wear required PPE at all times
• Ability to travel and work extended or off-shift hours as required by the data center project

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000–$160,000, depending on experience, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. In addition, the position offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Per diem for travel assignments
• Gas card
• Vehicle allowance
• Phone allowance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Bonus eligibility and additional benefits may be available

Equal Opportunity Employer

This company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.