Electrical Superintendent

About the role

The Electrical Superintendent leads on‑site electrical construction for utility‑scale solar projects, overseeing DC, AC and medium‑voltage systems to ensure safe, high‑quality, and on‑time delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise electrical subcontractors and field crews during installation of modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear and MV collection systems.
• Ensure work complies with project drawings, NEC, NESC, NFPA 70E and local codes.
• Oversee trenching, cable pulling, terminations, grounding, testing and commissioning.
• Maintain daily on‑site presence to verify progress, safety and quality.
• Enforce safety policies, conduct hazard analyses, toolbox talks and inspections.
• Perform inspections and document electrical testing such as insulation resistance, megger and hi‑pot.
• Track daily production, crew hours, equipment usage and material deliveries, and prepare progress reports.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or electrical trade school preferred.
• 7+ years of electrical construction experience, including 3+ years supervising utility‑scale solar or renewable projects.
• Experience with 15‑35 kV MV power systems, high‑voltage substation tie‑ins and large‑scale PV installations.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of NEC, NESC and NFPA 70E standards.
• Ability to read one‑line diagrams, schematics and electrical plans.
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore or MS Project.
• Proficiency in electrical testing methods (insulation resistance, megger, hi‑pot, continuity).