Electrical Superintendent

Job summary

Direct and supervise all electrical construction activities for an industrial refinery project to ensure safety and compliance with specifications. Coordinate with mechanical and structural teams while managing labor productivity and project schedules.

Job details

Electrical Superintendent With more than 35 years of experience, Edgewater Industrial Services is a rapidly growing, progressive company based in Haileybury, Ontario. Our comprehensive range of services encompasses installation, inspection, maintenance, and facility and equipment management in the Mining, Forestry and Oil and Gas industries. Edgewater Industrial employs Pipefitters, Electricians, Pressure Welders and Gas Fitters. Location: Northern Ontario Project: Industrial Refinery Project Site Job Type: Full-Time / Project Assignment Work Schedule/Shift Rotation: 14/7 rotation Hours per Day: 10 hours per day (7:00 am to 5:30 pm - 1/2 hour unpaid lunch) Travel/Accommodations/Meals: Provided Position Summary The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for directing and supervising all electrical construction activities, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, codes, and quality standards. Scope of Work Installation of with New Processing Equipment and Systems. Key Responsibilities Plan, coordinate, and supervise all electrical installation activities, including: Pull electrical work permits. Manage and supervise electrical construction project from start to finish Conduct quality control inspections to maintain high standards Ensure compliance with state safety regulations Lead crews in planning and execution of work fronts Develop/maintain Inspection and Test Reports pertaining to high-voltage electrical items such as transformers, motors, gear switch, etc. Developing site electrical practices as needed for state requirements Oversee and mentor site electricians Other duties as assigned Safety and Environmental Leadership: Promote and enforce a strong safety culture Ensure compliance with Site safety programs and permits Lead daily toolbox talks and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation Coordinate electrical activities with: Mechanical installation (tanks, reactors, filters, pumps) Structural steel and pipe rack installation Electrical and instrumentation teams Subcontractors and vendors Support short-interval planning and schedule tracking Identify manpower, material, or equipment constraints and escalate early Cost and Resource Management: Manage labor productivity, equipment utilization, and materials to meet budget and schedule targets Support field cost tracking, forecasting, and progress reporting Review and approve timesheets, crew allocations, and equipment needs Leadership and Communication: Lead and mentor electrical foremen, supervisors, and craft personnel Maintain clear communication with: Construction and project management Engineering and QA/QC teams Client and owner representatives Provide regular progress updates and actively participate in coordination meetings Leadership, mentoring, and communication skills, vital for building a cohesive, efficient, and motivated construction team Strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail Ability to build strong relationships and foster a culture of safety, integrity, and teamwork, essential for maintaining a positive and productive work environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, alongside the capacity to quickly adapt to computer software programs necessary for managing employee administrative tasks such as timecards Demonstrated stress and time management competencies, crucial for managing the demands of a high-pressure work environment Qualifications and Experience Required: Red Seal or Journeyperson Electrician Certification 10+ years of experience in industrial electrician construction 5+ years in a superintendent or senior supervisory role Valid driver's license Strong experience with: Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, and construction drawings Proven leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills Knowledge of construction estimating and budgeting process Familiar with quality control procedures in electrical work Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Experience in material tracking, handling, and preservation Certifications (Asset): First Aid / CPR Confined Space, Hot Work, and Chemical Handling training Working at Heights WHMIS

What you’ll do

Direct and supervise all electrical construction activities for an industrial refinery project to ensure safety and compliance with specifications. Coordinate with mechanical and structural teams while managing labor productivity and project schedules.

Requirements

Requires a Red Seal or Journeyperson Electrician Certification with over 10 years of industrial construction experience and 5+ years in a supervisory role. Must be proficient in reading construction drawings and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Travel Provided
• Accommodations Provided
• Meals Provided

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Teams · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Tracking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Electrical Construction Management
• Project Planning
• Quality Control
• Safety Leadership
• Budgeting
• Resource Management
• P&ID Interpretation
• High-Voltage Systems
• Mentoring
• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Material Tracking
• Crew Supervision
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Cost Tracking

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Energy

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