Electrical Superintendent

  • Charleston, South Carolina
  • Full Time
Electrical Superintendent
Job Description

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all electrical construction activities on-site to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and supervise electrical subcontractors and field crews.
  • Review and interpret construction documents, specifications, and shop drawings.
  • Develop and maintain short-term (12 week) look-ahead schedules and site logistics plans.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and company safety policies.
  • Conduct daily pre-task planning and weekly safety meetings.
  • Coordinate with the Site Superintendent and Safety Director to implement site-specific safety plans.
  • Verify that all tools, equipment, and personnel are qualified and prepared for assigned tasks.
  • Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
  • Monitor progress and quality of electrical installations and energization tasks.
  • Maintain clear communication with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • Oversee loop checks, point-to-point testing, and instrumentation calibration.
Essential Skills
  • Deep understanding of electrical systems, including low and medium voltage.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
  • Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC) standards and OSHA safety regulations.
  • Experience in developing and managing construction schedules.
  • Strong leadership skills in supervising field operations and managing subcontractor performance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical construction.
  • Electrical Journeyman License.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety regulations, and construction practices.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and manage subcontractors effectively.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and adapt to field challenges.
Work Environment

This position is based at an active construction site, specifically focusing on K-12 school projects. The environment is dynamic and requires adherence to safety standards while coordinating with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 478802444
Originally Posted on: 5/28/2025

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