Transmission & Distribution Superintendent

Transmission & Distribution Superintendent

We are seeking a dedicated Transmission & Distribution Superintendent responsible for managing and overseeing construction activities related to transmission and distribution projects. The role involves ensuring efficient scheduling and completion of contractual construction activities, maintaining job progress continuity, and maximizing efficiencies.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee construction scheduling for T&D related activities of subcontractors to ensure timely completion.
• Supervise high voltage transmission lines, transmission line structures, drilled piers, spread footings, grounding, substation equipment, and environmental requirements.
• Ensure safety, productivity, and efficient use of materials and equipment across construction efforts.
• Manage subcontractor compliance with contractual obligations for designated T&D construction activities.
• Build effective relationships with clients, subcontractors, and representatives from various entities.
• Collaborate with project management to develop and implement project procedures and standards.
• Authorize purchase requisitions and field design change requests under supervision.
• Oversee overall project safety and regularly review site-specific safety documentation.
• Complete daily field reports and capture construction progress through photographs.
• Assess future work activities and address concerns using subcontractors' 3-week look ahead report.
• Develop marked-up and as-built drawings for record set documents and respond to RFIs.
• Direct subcontractors to adhere to project schedules and verify progress.
• Verify that material deliveries meet specifications and are stored properly.
• Coordinate with QA / QC Manager to ensure all welders are qualified.
• Witness equipment setting and alignment, and oversee hydrostatic testing.
• Develop punch lists for items not in compliance or incomplete.
• Ensure current drawing revisions are used in the field and manage field change orders.
• Oversee craft supervision and project staffing, as well as site material and tool management.
• Supervise daily physical construction efforts and ensure compliance with codes and specifications.
• Read and interpret isometric drawings, structural drawings, and P&ID's.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Excellent communication and leadership skills. Strong safety experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite. Ability to meet company driving requirements.

Work Environment :

The work environment includes daily coordination of all field activities with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency. The role involves supervising physical construction and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. The environment requires the use of protective gear and adherence to safety standards. The superintendent will collaborate closely with various teams and manage subcontractors effectively.

Job Type & Location :

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

About Actalent :

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.