Electrical DC Superintendent

Description

About Us: 

For over twenty years, Cinterra has provided specialized electrical utility and solar construction services to support some of the nation's leading contractors, private industry and public utilities. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is only rivaled by one of the highest safety ratings in the industry. The services we provide help to bring electric power and renewable energy sources to millions. Come join our team today!

Position Summary: 

The DC Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all Direct Current (DC) operations within the construction project. This includes the effective management of personnel, materials, equipment, and safety protocols to ensure the successful and timely completion of the project.

 Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• DC Project Management: Oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of all DC construction operations, and ensure that project objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Workforce Management: Directly supervise and manage the DC construction team, ensuring effective communication, motivation, and productivity. Conduct regular training and performance evaluations to improve workforce skills and work ethic.
• Material and Equipment Management: Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure a steady and efficient supply of materials and equipment needed for the DC construction tasks, and maintain strict inventory control and effective equipment usage to minimize waste and optimize productivity.
• Quality Control: Implement and enforce high quality standards in all DC construction operations, and regularly inspect construction work, tools, and equipment to ensure adherence to project standards and safety regulations.
• Safety Management: Implement, enforce, and monitor safety procedures in all DC operations to minimize risks and accidents and ensure all work is performed in compliance with all safety regulations, and industry-specific standards.
• Contractor Relations: Manage relationships with subcontractors and other external partners involved in the DC construction operations, and ensure that all subcontractors comply with project standards and contractual obligations.

Key Deliverables:

• Regular attendance and active participation in morning and afternoon project meetings, contributing valuable updates and insights about the DC operations.
• Regular updates to the 3-week look-ahead schedule, ensuring it accurately reflects DC operation plans and timelines.
• Daily updates to site management on the progress made in the DC operations during the day.
• Efficient and effective management of end-to-end DC operations, ensuring the on-time completion of tasks with minimum wastage or loss.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Must have 4 years of experience in a solar construction environment or utility construction environment.
• Advanced level of knowledge in:
  • Safety and OSHA requirements 
  • LOTO implementation & management 
  • Electrical installation experience 
  • Interpretation of a project schedule 
  • Planning and task direction 
  • Adaptability to environment 
  • Working in fast paced environment 
  • Interpretation of scopes of work 
  • Project permits 
  • Strong decision making skills
  • Understanding environmental concepts including permit requirements 
  • Interpreting state rules and regulations 
  • Contract management 
  • Sub-contractor and vendor and materials management 
  • Electrical construction drawing review 
  • Electrical drawing quantity takeoff 
• Intermediate level of knowledge in: 
  • Project management 
  • Creating logical and resource-loaded project schedules 
  • Budget analysis and controls 
  • Change orders 
  • QA/QC processes 
  • Development of processes and procedures 
  • Continuous improvement such as Lean, Six Sigma, Total Quality Management 
  • Project finance 
  • Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PPT, Outlook, Visio) 
  • Job costing or accounting software 
• Basic level of knowledge in: 
  • Engineering management 
  • Scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera 6) 
  • Proficient in construction in both electric substations (energized and green field) and transmission lines 

Functional competencies include:

Safety:

• Present, support, and lead-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Lead by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
• Ensure all site team members understands standard operating procedures.

Leadership:

• Foster and demonstrate a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manage one or more direct reports.
• Participate in hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Manage and communicate regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry heavy materials, tools, and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.
• Endurance to perform physical tasks throughout the workday, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and standing for extended periods. 
• Agility and flexibility to navigate construction sites and access work areas, including climbing ladders and scaffolding.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, and tunnels.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day. 
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions. 
• Must have manual dexterity, a good sense of balance, and excellent hand-eye coordination. 

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.