Assistant Superintendent – Electrical Construction

RMD Electric Corp. is seeking an experienced Assistant Superintendent – Electrical Construction to support the coordination and management of multiple active electrical projects.

This is a hands-on field and operations position responsible for manpower coordination, scheduling, materials, equipment, jobsite support, and warehouse operations. The successful candidate will work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, Foremen, electricians, vendors, and suppliers to ensure projects remain properly staffed, supplied, and on schedule.

A minimum of 10 years of electrical construction experience is required. NYCT/New York City Transit and SCA experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate manpower and electricians across multiple active projects.
• Communicate daily with Foremen regarding manpower, materials, equipment, schedules, and field requirements.
• Assist Superintendents and Project Managers with project scheduling and field issue resolution.
• Report to and work from the RMD Electric office on Nassau Boulevard as required.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor progress, staffing, safety, quality, and project requirements.
• Be available by phone at all times for Fireman’s emergency/service calls and coordinate the appropriate response when required.
• Be responsible for opening and closing the shop as needed, including being the first to arrive and last to leave when required by the work schedule.
• Ensure work trucks are properly loaded with the required tools, materials, and equipment based on the approved work scope.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and field conditions and assist with material takeoffs and material lists.
• Maintain strong knowledge of electrical materials, equipment, and installation requirements.
• Select, pull, and prepare the appropriate materials for each job to ensure crews have the required materials before arriving onsite.
• Coordinate material, tool, and equipment deliveries to jobsites.
• Maintain an organized warehouse and assist with tool, equipment, and inventory tracking.
• Operate a company truck to transport materials and equipment when required.
• Identify potential manpower, material, scheduling, or coordination issues before they impact the project.
• Support safe work practices, quality control, and company standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of electrical construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, institutional, infrastructure, or transit electrical construction.
• Experience coordinating field personnel and multiple projects.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and utilize construction-management systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials and the ability to accurately identify and select materials based on job requirements.

Preferred Experience

• NYCT / New York City Transit
• SCA / School Construction Authority
• Public-sector and union electrical construction
• Manpower scheduling and material procurement
• Procore or similar construction-management software
• OSHA and applicable safety certifications

Schedule & Requirements

• Must be available to start as early as 5:00 AM on weekdays.
• Must be available to work weekends when project schedules require.
• Must be available by phone at all times for Fireman’s emergency/service calls.
• Must report to the Nassau Boulevard office as required.
• Regular travel between the office, warehouse, and multiple jobsites is required.
• Must be comfortable working in active construction environments and varying weather conditions.
• Position requires walking jobsites, climbing stairs, and handling tools, materials, and equipment as needed.
• Must be willing to work extended hours when required by project schedules and operational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits may include:

• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off

RMD Electric Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person