• Electrical Superintendent

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Job Title: Electrical Superintendent

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Electrical Superintendent to join our team for a groundbreaking $60 million construction project in Kentucky. There are 2 years of expected work at this location, then traveling afterwards. This project, which is an addition to a pharmaceutical manufacturing campus, is expected to last two years and will then transition to subsequent projects. This salaried role offers overtime compensation and includes a monthly per diem. The position involves leading construction site activities, managing specific trades, and assisting in ensuring subcontractor and vendor compliance with safety and contract standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead assigned vendors and subcontractors to meet project goals.

    + Ensure the achievement of safety objectives on assigned projects.

    + Ensure corporate goals and quality requirements are met on projects.

    + Foster positive relationships with clients at the site.

    + Assist in the development and maintenance of project plans and schedules.

    + Develop a working knowledge of the project budget and identify exceptions.

    + Assist with change control and related financial documentation.

    + Oversee vendor and subcontractor work for quality compliance.

    + Participate in constructibility reviews of design documents.

    + Coordinate and procure extra-corporate project resources.

    + Work with project leaders on pre-bid walk-throughs and meetings.

    + Evaluate payment requests against actual performance.

    + Manage subcontractor and vendor field T&M change requests.

    + Facilitate communication between project participants.

    + Support the RFI process and produce daily site condition reports.

    + Review safety documentation and ensure compliance with safety programs.

    + Oversee startup and commissioning activities of assigned trades.

    + Ensure all submittals meet project and corporate requirements.

    + Assist in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience as an electrical superintendent on large projects.

    + Experience in construction management and instrumentation controls.

    + Proficiency in Procore and electrical commissioning.

    + Strong communication skills with the ability to build and lead teams.

    + Detail-oriented with strong document control and schedule management abilities.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.

    + Preferred experience in manufacturing or industrial settings, particularly GMP on projects over $20 million.

    + Experience in instrumentation and controls (I&C).

    + Ability to effectively communicate with demanding clients.

    Work Environment

    The role involves working on a large-scale construction project in a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting. The position may require oversight of various trades and coordination with multiple stakeholders. There is a need for professionalism and strong communication skills due to the demanding nature of the client.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $72.00/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: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.