ELECTRICAL SUPERINTENDENT – UTILITY-SCALE SOLAR / BESS, ALAMGORDO, NM, USA – #5915

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Position Overview

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently recruiting an Electrical Superintendent on behalf of our client for a utility-scale solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) construction project in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

This position is responsible for overseeing the electrical construction scope, coordinating field crews and subcontractors, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

The successful candidate will bring strong field leadership experience in utility-scale renewable energy construction, with the ability to manage daily site activities, resolve construction challenges and maintain accountability for safety, quality and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate electrical field crews, foremen and subcontractors throughout construction.
  • Work closely with the General Superintendent and Construction Manager to establish daily priorities, schedules and work plans.
  • Enforce OSHA 29 CFR 1926 requirements, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and site-specific safety procedures.
  • Conduct daily safety and tailboard meetings, weekly coordination meetings and short-term look-ahead planning.
  • Monitor electrical installations to ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and QA/QC requirements.
  • Oversee subcontractor manpower, equipment requirements, work sequencing and productivity.
  • Coordinate material deliveries, storage, laydown areas and site logistics to support uninterrupted construction activities.
  • Identify and address potential schedule delays, safety concerns and quality issues.
  • Maintain accurate daily and weekly progress reports, manpower records and production tracking.
  • Support project cost control and ensure electrical construction activities remain aligned with established budgets and schedules.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of field supervisory experience in utility-scale renewable energy construction.
  • Experience with utility-scale solar installations and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise electrical construction crews and subcontractors on large-scale projects.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices, safety procedures, quality requirements and project scheduling.
  • Experience interpreting electrical drawings, construction specifications and installation requirements.
  • U.S. construction work experience is required.
  • OSHA 30 certification required. Candidates holding OSHA 10 may be considered for onboarding.
  • Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel or relocate to project sites, with travel requirements of approximately 80–100%.

Compensation & Project Details

  • Base Salary: Approximately $130,000 annually, with flexibility for candidates bringing extensive relevant experience.
  • Per Diem: $120 per day, seven days per week while eligible and on assignment, excluding rotation periods.
  • Rotation: Rotation travel expenses covered by the company. Per diem is not paid during rotation.
  • Accommodation: Candidates are responsible for arranging their own lodging using the provided per diem.
  • Company Vehicle: A company truck will be provided for work-related use once established at the Alamogordo project site.
  • Initial Location: Position begins with onboarding at the company’s Houston, Texas office before transitioning to the project site in Alamogordo, New Mexico.
  • Reporting Structure: Reports directly to the General Superintendent / Construction Manager.

Apply Today

If you have a strong background in electrical construction supervision and are interested in contributing to a large-scale renewable energy project, we welcome your application.

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc.
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All inquiries and applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending their resume as an MS Word document to info@indemand.ca.

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.