Substation Superintendent

Job Title: Substation Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Substation Superintendent / Construction Manager to lead the field execution of high-voltage greenfield substation projects ranging from 161kV through 345kV. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all on-site construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with utility specifications, NESC requirements, and company quality standards. This position plays a critical role in ensuring project success through safety leadership, field execution excellence, workforce development, and client satisfaction.

About The Company

Our client is a Midwest-based electrical contractor specializing in utility, industrial, renewable energy, and commercial construction projects. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and reliability, the company delivers critical electrical infrastructure solutions and offers employees the opportunity to work on impactful projects while growing their careers in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the field execution of high-voltage greenfield substation projects.
• Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with utility specifications, NESC requirements, and company quality standards.
• Manage large-scale utility, transmission, and substation construction projects.
• Lead self-perform craft labor, subcontractors, and field supervisors.
• Maintain strong relationships with utility clients, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Provide safety leadership and ensure adherence to OSHA regulations and electrical safety standards.
• Interpret one-line diagrams, protection and control drawings, civil site drawings, structural drawings, and electrical installation documents.
• Manage multiple subcontractors and self-perform crews.

Essential Skills

• High voltage and substation construction expertise.
• Extensive experience in construction management.
• Subcontractor management skills.
• Strong knowledge of transmission and distribution systems, substation construction methodologies, and utility construction practices.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate"s Degree, technical training, or construction management education preferred.
• 8+ years of electrical utility or substation construction experience.
• 5+ years in a supervisory role managing high-voltage substation construction projects.
• Proven experience leading greenfield substation projects in the 161kV-345kV range.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, project scheduling tools, and digital field documentation platforms.

Work Environment

The position is onsite at a greenfield site, specifically a data center. The role involves working in an environment where high-voltage equipment and construction activities are prominent, requiring adherence to safety standards and regulations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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 Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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