Sr. Electrical Superintendent I - Solar Commissioning
CA, United States | Solar Group
Senior Electrical Superintendent I
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Superintendent I for our Solar Operating Group to provide overall electrical expertise and supervision for project electrical scopes from planning through closeout. This role will oversee electrical subcontractors, ensure quality installations, and support site management in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality projects.
Position does not offer sponsorship of any kind.
Looking for candidates that have actual commissioning experience.
Candidate must have minimum 12 years Electrical experience and 13 years of leadership/supervisory experience.
Must be willing to travel and be in California for minimum 2 years with regular rotations home every 3 weeks if more than an hour from the jobsite.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate electrical work on-site, including underground cabling, overhead lines, and substation construction
Review drawings, submittals, and specifications for quality and compliance
Develop and maintain project schedules and 3-week look-aheads
Supervise and ensure quality control for self-performed and subcontracted work
Monitor subcontractor performance, safety, and resource planning
Lead installation and termination of fiber optic cables
Enforce Mortenson’s Zero Injury Program and project quality standards
Coach and mentor field personnel and assist with hiring decisions
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 12 years of experience with high and medium voltage equipment, transmission/collection lines, and substation construction
Minimum 13 years supervisory experience
Current driver’s license
Working knowledge of latest NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, and OSHA codes and standards and industry safety requirements and methods
Ability to gain and maintain basic understanding of Wind Turbine construction to ensure proper code requirements and installation methods
Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
Proficiency in the installation, testing, acceptance, maintenance, and repair of high and medium voltage cables
Knowledgeable about current injection, Hi-pot, capacitance discharge, contact resistance, Megger, TTR, Doble, and other methods of cable and equipment testing
Possess working knowledge of electrical drawings, sketches, and prints, underground duct banks, trenching, manholes and vaults for distribution and collection systems, underground and pad mount transformer usage, SCADA systems used in the power industry, transmission line construction, testing and commissioning, and substation construction, testing and commissioning
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
Ability to travel up to 100%
Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use
A few benefits offered include:
(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
**The base pay range for this role is $164,300 - $246,500. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.
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**Please make note:
** Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
**Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
ABOUT MORTENSON
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
**Other Items to Note
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
** Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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