Electrical Superintendent - Second Avenue Subway Phase 2

About the role

The Electrical Superintendent leads and oversees all electrical installations, power distribution and maintenance supporting TBM operations and tunnel construction for the Second Avenue Subway Phase 2 project. The role ensures safe, reliable, code-compliant electrical systems across the tunnel works, including temporary power networks, substations/switchgear, shafts, ventilation systems, dewatering/pumping controls and site facilities, while keeping TBM operations running continuously.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise high- and low-voltage electrical installations and operations across tunnels, shafts and site facilities.
• Manage power distribution for TBM main drives, auxiliary systems, backup power and controls, and plan temporary power including load calculations and distribution layouts.
• Coordinate with TBM OEM teams on integration, troubleshooting and technical compliance.
• Oversee electrical maintenance and reliability programs, including preventative maintenance and rapid response to failures.
• Support commissioning, testing, energization and turnover, resolving faults quickly.
• Supervise electrical crews and subcontractors for productivity, quality and schedule compliance.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NYC Electrical Code and project specs, including inspection readiness and QA/QC coordination.
• Enforce safety procedures such as LOTO, grounding/bonding, arc flash awareness and energized work controls.
• Interface with utilities for service coordination, outages and tie-ins, and collaborate with tunneling, mechanical and construction teams on sequencing.
• Monitor and optimise energy usage across temporary and permanent systems.

Required profile

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent technical education/experience in electrical construction and supervision.
• 8-10+ years as an Electrical Superintendent/Supervisor on major infrastructure projects; tunneling/underground experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing complex electrical distribution and maintenance programs in demanding construction environments.
• Ability to lead field teams, coordinate subcontractors and manage multiple work fronts under schedule pressure.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and decision-making skills, and excellent communication with field leadership, engineers, OEM reps and clients.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of NEC and applicable NYC electrical codes, plus electrical safety standards.
• Field work in confined spaces, with exposure to limited lighting, noise, vibration, dust, water ingress and variable temperatures.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and scaffolds, navigate uneven terrain and work around heavy equipment; consistent use of PPE.