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Underground Superintendent

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We are looking for an experienced Underground Electrical Superintendent to lead and oversee underground electrical installations on large-scale commercial and industrial projects. The ideal candidate has strong field leadership skills, extensive underground electrical experience, and the ability to manage crews, production, safety, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate underground electrical crews and subcontractors
  • Oversee installation of underground electrical systems, including conduit, duct banks, manholes, vaults, grounding, and related infrastructure
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and site plans
  • Coordinate daily manpower, equipment, materials, and jobsite activities
  • Ensure work is completed according to project schedules and production goals
  • Monitor quality of work and ensure installations meet project specifications and electrical codes
  • Work closely with Project Managers, General Contractors, inspectors, and other trades
  • Conduct daily jobsite planning and communicate progress, challenges, and manpower needs
  • Identify potential jobsite issues and develop solutions to keep the project moving
  • Enforce company and jobsite safety policies
  • Maintain accurate daily reports, production tracking, and documentation
  • Train, direct, and hold field personnel accountable for productivity, quality, and safety
  • Assist with material takeoffs, equipment planning, and project coordination as needed

Requirements

  • 5+ years of electrical field experience, with significant underground electrical experience
  • Previous experience as an Electrical Superintendent, General Foreman, or Foreman
  • Strong knowledge of underground electrical construction
  • Experience with conduit installation, duct banks, trenching, excavation, grounding, and underground distribution systems
  • Ability to read and understand electrical plans and specifications
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple crews and priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
  • Knowledge of OSHA and jobsite safety requirements
  • Must be dependable, organized, and able to take ownership of project responsibilities
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to pass required background check and drug screening

Qualifications

  • Data center, industrial, commercial, or utility construction experience
  • Experience managing large underground electrical crews
  • OSHA 30 certification
  • Electrical license or relevant electrical certifications
  • Experience with large-scale conduit and duct-bank installations
  • Experience working with General Contractors and on complex, multi-phase projects

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Long-term work with opportunities for advancement
  • Consistent projects and steady hours
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Leadership position with significant responsibility
  • Supportive project management and field teams
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale commercial and industrial projects

If you are an experienced Underground Electrical Superintendent looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing electrical contractor, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Underground Superintendent

St. Louis County, MO
Full time

Published on 09/29/2026

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