Traveling Superintendent, Electrical

ARCO

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
ABOUT YOU:Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.ARCO/Murray is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Traveling Superintendent to join our Green Infrastructure team. As a Commercial Electrical Superintendent, you will lead and coordinate field crews to install power, lighting, and low-voltage systems on active medium & heavy industrial, advanced manufacturing and commercial projects. You’ll be responsible for crew scheduling, productivity, safety compliance, and delivering high-quality electrical installations on time and within scope. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.
  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Traditional and Roth 401k
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates
  • Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
  • 100% charitable match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Paid parental leave
At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services. A DAY IN THE LIFE:
  • Responsible for daily and weekly manpower coordination by working with on-site crews and project management staff to allocate electricians where they are most needed.
  • Lead field talent acquisition in partnership with the office team, projecting staffing needs for upcoming electrical projects.
  • Address day-to-day crew issues, ensuring problems are resolved professionally and efficiently.
  • Lead annual field staff evaluations and support development of trade skillsets to build stronger teams.
  • Support project preconstruction alongside project management staff and foremen to streamline job site mobilizations, including scheduling, bulk material buys, crew planning, tool/equipment needs, and lift planning.
  • Work with PMs and foremen to develop field execution plans and sequencing.
  • Participate in owner and design model reviews to ensure electrical drawings are accurate, coordinated, and installation-ready.
  • Assist in forecasting hours for jobsites, helping PMs and foremen track labor and identify challenges early to improve outcomes.
  • Review project timesheets to ensure labor hours are recorded accurately.
  • Serve as a field representative in customer and owner meetings, delivering a professional customer service experience.
  • Assist in resolving project-level coordination issues, ensuring smooth execution across trades
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5–25+ years of experience in industrial, advanced manufacturing or commercial electrical construction with complex electrical systems
  • Strong working knowledge of electrical codes (NEC, NFPA), installation practices, and jobsite safety standards
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and project scheduling software; ability to review digital drawings and project documents
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently to project sites nationwide
  • Capable of meeting the physical demands of the job, including long periods of walking or standing, climbing, bending, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds on active jobsites

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