Electrical Superintendent (Solar)

Position Scope and Organizational Impact The Solar Electrical Superintendent will be responsible for providing comprehensive coordination, planning, and supervision of electrical activities for utility-scale solar projects. Working closely with forepersons, contractors, and cross-functional teams, this role ensures that all electrical installations are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project requirements. This position also plays a critical role in client engagement, maintaining superior service standards, and fostering strong customer relationships across multi-state projects. Frequent travel is required. Key Responsibilities Plan and oversee electrical craft activities, including determining construction methods, manpower levels, material requirements, equipment, temporary power sources, and work schedules. Manage labor budgets, monitor actual hours worked, and document progress for project reporting. Coordinate electrical work with other crafts, company departments, and contractors to ensure seamless project execution. Maintain liaison with engineering, estimating, and planning teams to ensure that all work aligns with project drawings, specifications, and timelines. Identify and address construction challenges such as productivity issues or work interface conflicts. Monitor craft compliance with the project's safety program, documenting corrective measures as needed to ensure a safe work environment. Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Material Control, Purchasing, Quality Control, Engineering) to ensure that materials, equipment, and inspections are in place to support project schedules. Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring responsible completion and accountability. Maintain professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, and on-site personnel to ensure a collaborative working environment. Perform additional duties as directed by the supervisor to support overall project goals. Education and Experience Requirements Strong commitment to safety, including a minimum of OSHA30 certification. Experience in electrical field installations within solar plants or heavy industrial environments. Preferably, three or more years of supervisory experience in a power plant or heavy industrial construction setting. Demonstrated experience in managing crews of 50 employees, with strong planning and scheduling capabilities. Expertise in reading and interpreting electrical design drawings (isometric and orthographic), specifications, and contract documents, as well as coordinating with subcontractors. Background in workforce planning and reporting, including man-hour and job-cost reports. Prior experience as a General Foreman (4-5 years) or Superintendent (3 years) on industrial construction projects. Openness to learning new techniques and acquiring additional skills as required by the project. Job Location: Multi-State, High Travel Required States included: AZ, NM, TX, MS, LA, AL, GA, FL, AK Classification: Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried Reports To: Solar Senior Superintendent Other aspects to be considered which ewi feel to be important include: Preferred experience on Solar Projects 75MW - 500MW. ASAP - ideally a maximum of 1 months notice. Scheduling and budgeting experience is a preference. Long term position with internal growth. For more information please contact the Search Leader: Christopher Gebhart- Senior Consultant - Renewable Energy: email: c.gebhartewi-group.com ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.