MEP Specialist

Job Title: Lead Electrical Superintendent

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Superintendent with exceptional computer skills and a solid understanding of Switchgears and UPS systems, specifically in relation to Data Centers. This role involves traveling between project locations in Dallas, Atlanta GA, Northern VA, Mississippi, and Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly understand the project schedule and overall scope.

• Assist in maintaining the project schedule daily through Touch plan.

• Collaborate with the Project Scheduler and Project Manager to develop progress schedules, including two-week look ahead schedules.

• Prepare and distribute daily logs using Procore.

• Coordinate and schedule necessary inspections.

• Prepare agendas for regular construction meetings.

• Enforce site safety, security, and visitor access protocols.

• Ensure quality and workmanship of finished products.

• Develop and maintain Site Utilization plans.

• Maintain phone log records.

• Prepare pre-punch list items.

• Collaborate with the Project Site Engineer to load all pertinent project information onto Procore.

• Provide site safety training and enforce safety compliance on the project site.

• Conduct weekly tool talks.

• Secure any required hot work permits for the project.

Essential Skills

• Experience with Data Centers

• Leading teams

• Strong computer skills

• Expertise in electrical construction

• Project management

• Troubleshooting

• Commercial construction

• Proficiency in Procore

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations

• Mechanical and substation knowledge

• Blueprint reading

• Subcontractor management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electrical experience in data center (preferred)

• Experience as a site supervisor or in a management role

• Proficient computer skills

• Ability to read and interpret schedules

• Strong communication skills

• Data center experience (beneficial)

• Willingness to travel (helpful)

• Strong safety attitude

• 7-10 years of experience in the field

Work Environment

This position requires working on-site in locations such as Northern VA, Dallas TX, Atlanta GA, Chicago, Phoenix, and Mississippi, with travel expected between sites. The role offers a year-long contract with benefits, and potential for permanent placement based on company needs. Benefits include travel and expenses coverage (excluding per diem), 401k, 2 weeks PTO, medical, dental, vision coverage, $60 cell phone reimbursement, and 10 paid holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McAllen, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $135000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McAllen, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in McAllen,TX.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.