Electrical Project Engineer Jobs in Illinois

The Korte Company We are seeking an experienced traveling Electrical Project Superintendent to oversee electrical construction projects across multiple job sites. This role is responsible for managing field operations, supervising crews, ensuring safety and quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a travel-based role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervise and coordinate all on-site electrical activities

• Lead, schedule, and manage field crews and subcontractors

• Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget

• Interpret and enforce electrical drawings, specifications, and codes (NEC)

• Maintain high standards of safety and enforce company safety policies

• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and other trades

• Conduct site inspections and quality control checks

• Manage materials, tools, and equipment on-site

• Track progress and provide regular updates/reports

• Troubleshoot field issues and resolve conflicts efficiently

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.

• Working knowledge of field construction including systems, practices, general engineering principals and construction techniques, materials, methods and sequencing

• Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational, multi-tasking, communication and conflict management skills

• Computer knowledge in sending emails, daily reports, construction look-ahead schedules, iPad and Procore use

• Strong knowledge of commercial/industrial electrical systems

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents

• Proven leadership and crew management experience

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of Electrical Superintendent experience or Foreman Journeyman Electrical License

• Journeyman Electrical License

• 30-hour OSHA certification training is preferred

• Master Electrician license (or ability to obtain in multiple states) preferred

• Experience managing multi-site or large-scale projects preferred

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (80–100%)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular use of hands to finger, handle or feel

• Reach with hands and arms

• Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

• Talk or hear with others on jobsite and via phone/computer communications

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Superintendent will be at the worksite at all times whenever work or testing is being performed. The worksite environment is constantly changing and may include:

• Wet and/or humid conditions

• Moving mechanical parts

• High, precarious places

• Risk of electrical shock

• Outside weather conditions, such as extreme heat and extreme cold

• Moderate to loud noise levels

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.