Construction Superintendent - Electrical

Construction Superintendent - Electrical

Position:
Electrical Construction Superintendent – Data Centers

Location: Central, NY (Syracuse, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany) U.S. Project Sites (Travel Required; Regionally Based Candidates Preferred)
Reports To: Senior Construction Manager / Project Executive

Ramboll in Americas

Ramboll has nearly 2,000 experts working across 50 offices in the Americas applying their passion to deliver innovative solutions within Environment & Health, Water, Energy and Planning & Urban Design. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture.

We are seeking a seasoned Electrical Construction Superintendent to lead field execution of electrical work on complex data center construction projects
. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day activities of electrical subcontractors, ensure adherence to plans and specifications, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with other trades to deliver high-performance, schedule-driven mission-critical infrastructure.

• Direct the daily activities of electrical subcontractor, and vendors to ensure quality, productivity, and schedule adherence.
• Manage and enforce installation plans for MV/LV distribution systems, switch gear, UPS, generators, grounding, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Ensure that installations meet project specifications, local codes (NEC, NFPA 70E), and owner design criteria.

• Lead weekly and daily planning sessions, including 3-week lookahead schedules specific to electrical scope.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical, civil, and architectural trades to avoid conflicts and optimize workflow.
• Track and report field progress; identify schedule impacts and propose recovery strategies.

• Inspect electrical work in progress and completed installations for conformance to specifications and standards.
• Support the commissioning process by ensuring system readiness, managing punch lists, and supporting integrated system testing (IST).
• Assist in turnover package development and documentation for closeout.

• Serve as the electrical safety leader on site enforcing LOTO procedures, arc flash mitigation, and energized work protocols.
• Conduct safety audits and toolbox talks; promote a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure all subcontractors comply with project-specific EHS standards and site protocols.

• Maintain accurate field records, including daily logs, work permits, and inspection reports.
• Provide input to RFIs and field change documentation, ensuring timely issue resolution.
• Communicate regularly with project management on field conditions, issues, and risks.

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical construction
  , with 3+ years in a superintendent or supervisory role
  .
• Proven track record on data centers, industrial facilities, or with intensive electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, sequencing, and commissioning processes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, installation details, and specifications.

• Journeyman or Master Electrician license (preferred but not required).
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E certification, or equivalent safety training.
• Familiarity with tools such as Bluebeam, Procore, and construction scheduling software.
• Experience with Uptime Institute Tier standards and redundancy requirements (N, N+1, 2N).

• Hands-on leader who leads by example and holds teams accountable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Calm under pressure, with the ability to resolve field challenges quickly and effectively.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

As an Electrical Superintendent at Ramboll, you'll play a key role in building world-class digital infrastructure. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team delivering safe, high-quality, and high-reliability projects that support the world's largest data-driven companies.