Transmission Superintendent

About Us

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform. Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services and thus benefits from the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization (NYSE: PWR).

A Superintendent at Irby Construction Company shall possess a minimum of five (5) years of transmission construction experience (foreman or above). The individual will possess all the skills required for assignment as a superintendent for any craft within his/her area of responsibility. Such an employee shall also have in‑depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA codes and standards and be able to direct multiple crews.

This job posting is for TX and OK.

• Attend pre‑construction meeting with PM/Estimator.
• Provide technical assistance, interpretation of drawings, recommend construction methods and equipment, etc. as required.
• Review bid packages for accuracy, completeness, and overall electrical scope of work.
• Assist in instituting construction plans.
• Organize crews & assign foreman to job task.
• Generate list of required personnel & equipment.
• Generate initial list of required tooling.
• Arrange for personnel & equipment transfers to project.

• Review and become familiar with multiple contracts.
• Accountable for quality of work to ensure that it is being performed according to specifications.
• Visit crews and monitor their safety, quality, & production.
• Assist the Foreman in coordination of major project activities, such as critical tasks.
• Get feedback from owner on quality, safety, schedule, materials, etc.
• Attend all required project meetings with Owner as needed.
• Assist with updating schedules and/or progress reports.
• Verify that as‑builts & progress charts are maintained.
• Have a good line of communication with inspector.
• Insure that all change‑orders are documented and billed to the Owner.

• Review personnel with Operations (i.e., personal evaluations, pay raises, CDL requirements, personal problems, loans, etc.).
• Arrange and/or participate in weekly foremen meetings (review if not attending).
• Ensure grounding procedures and EPZ zones are maintained.
• Participate in monthly job safety review meetings.
• Accountable for cost, progress, and schedule for duration of project.
• Assist BU with monthly forecast (monthly).
• Accountable for compliance with safety program and review all accidents.
• Follow up on any complaints (from owner, general public, or landowners).

• Must have at least 5 years of Transmission Construction experience (Foreman or above).
• Adheres to all Company Safety and Health Policies.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to stay out of town. Typical work weeks are 4‑10 hour shifts or 5‑10 hour shifts. Available to travel as the project requires.
• Willing to work over‑time and be able to work extended periods of time.
• May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild and/or repair damaged power systems.
• May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training.
• Walking and working across uneven terrain.
• Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
• Must be able to work outside 100% of the time. We work in inclement weather that includes heat, cold, rain and possible snow.
• Able to lift in excess 50 pounds on a daily basis.
• Willing to work off the ground in man baskets. Normal working heights are 60’ –200’’ heights.
• Must be able to work around energized systems and maintain…