Assistant Superintendent

Company Description Helix Electric is an award-winning electrical contractor specializing in design-build and complex electrical projects across the United States. Since 1985, the company has grown into one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting firms, delivering work in mission critical facilities, data centers, renewable energy, commercial, industrial, transit, and high-density residential projects. Helix Electric is known for its strong commitment to empowering people, powering projects, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Team members collaborate closely and are encouraged to take ownership of their work in a supportive, employee-empowered environment. The company actively seeks passionate, reliable, and ambitious professionals who want to grow their careers and contribute to major projects.

Role Description The Assistant Superintendent is a full-time, on-site role based in Washington, DC, supporting the planning and execution of electrical construction projects. This role assists the Superintendent in overseeing daily field operations, coordinating crews, tracking progress, and ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with plans and specifications. The Assistant Superintendent helps manage subcontractors and vendors, supports material delivery and inventory, and participates in quality control and inspections. Daily tasks include reviewing drawings, supporting the implementation of safety procedures, updating project documentation, and communicating with project managers, forepersons, and client representatives. The role also contributes to problem-solving in the field, helping to identify construction challenges and recommending practical solutions to keep the project moving efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical or construction field operations, including supporting superintendents or forepersons on commercial or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of construction plans, specifications, scheduling concepts, and basic project documentation (RFIs, change orders, daily logs).
• Understanding of job site safety practices and regulations, with the ability to help enforce company safety standards and participate in safety meetings.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple crews, tasks, and priorities on active job sites.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with field teams, project management, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets, project management or construction software) to support reporting and coordination.
• Ability to work on-site full time in Washington, DC, including in outdoor and active construction environments.
• Prior experience with electrical contracting or large-scale construction projects is highly beneficial; relevant technical training, apprenticeship, or a degree in construction management or a related field is a plus.