Electrical Superintendent - Metro Rail Construction

Position Overview

The Electrical Superintendents’ responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Supervise electrical operations on construction projects. Perform daily inspections of work performed. Act as liaison and coordinator between contractors and engineered equipment suppliers. Solve problems that arise. Establish budgetary guidelines for the job and ensure that cost control measures are being followed. Provide job safety training and awareness for all personnel. Establish quality standards of all jobs and ensure that all quality assurance and company standards are being met. Develop and manage job schedules (e.g., three-week, 90 day, man loading), coordinate work with contractors and deliveries with suppliers and ensure inspections are scheduled appropriately.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, and an industry leader in transit and rail systems’ construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada. MEC specializes in the installation of Overhead Contact Systems (OCS), Traction Power Substations (TPSS), Signaling and Train Control, Communications, and Control Centers. At MEC we maintain our commitment to hire the best people, provide the training needed to keep up with the demands of today’s work environment, and the opportunities to grow and advance within our organization. As the most experienced installer of rail and transit systems in North America, MEC takes pride in being recognized as the Systems Contractor of Choice delivering innovative solutions through aligning our technical expertise with our client’s objectives. We self-perform most disciplines providing time, cost and scheduling efficiencies, as well as in-house expertise, resulting in seamless performance for our clients.

Location

Seattle, WA

Responsibilities

•     Provide supervisory direction of craft workers via the general foreman and foreman, managing the performance of productivity, safety, quality and schedule adherence

•     Liaison between field engineering and craft to ensure compliance of construction drawings and specifications

•     Coordinate and interface effectively with other superintendents and subcontractors, as well as Kiewit staff personnel and leadership to ensure smooth workflow and schedule adherence  

•     Resolve employee conflicts, grievances, and scheduling difficulties, informing project and corporate management as appropriate

•     Assist in schedule planning, determining craft labor levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements

•     Ensure project rules, procedures and programs are followed consistently, including those involving safety, attendance, and workplace behavior standards as reflected in Company’s non-harassment and nondiscrimination policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ work experience in the construction industry, with at least 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Previous knowledge and work experience within electrical and/or transit rail construction setting required.
• Advanced knowledge of various construction disciplines: union agreements, jurisdictional issues, safety regulations, scheduling, cost control, engineering drawings, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently supervise and evaluate craft performance.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

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