Jose Flores
Prairie View,TX
Summary
Driven and results-oriented Electrical Superintendent I with proven experience leading electrical self-perform operations on complex projects from planning through execution. Strong background in crew leadership, subcontractor coordination, safety, quality, production tracking, scheduling, and field execution, with a clear understanding of how constructability, labor performance, and installation strategy impact overall project cost and success. Recognized for taking ownership in the field, solving problems proactively, and aligning operations with project objectives. Now seeking to transition into Electrical Estimating, bringing hands-on field experience, practical cost awareness, and a strong foundation in electrical means, methods, and project execution to support accurate estimates, scope development, and successful preconstruction efforts.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Superintendent 1
Mccarthy
Houston, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Led electrical installation teams to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing resources for efficient execution of electrical systems.
- Mentored junior electricians, enhancing skills and fostering professional development within the team.
- Implemented innovative solutions to improve electrical system efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Work Closely with Precon team
- Managed project timelines, coordinating with teams to achieve on-time delivery of electrical systems.
- Work closely with vendor to get the right pricing on material
- Estimate cost and material for activities going on the job
- Takeoffs/Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Build relationships with owners and vendors and subcontractors
- Led electrical installation and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Oversaw project timelines and budgets, optimizing resource allocation for maximum productivity.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime and enhancing operational reliability.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to develop electrical specifications for new construction projects.
- Evaluated job scope and determined necessary supplies, timelines, and projected expenses.
- Managed performance evaluation and scheduling of electrical team members.
- Facilitated work site safety by applying knowledge of safety protocol and awareness of potential hazards.
- Completed quality assurance and compliance reviews for every job.
- Negotiate with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
Electrical Superintendent
Kilgore Industries, LP
Houston, TX
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Direct supervision and development of electrical construction team.
- Budget control
- Schedule development for ongoing projects.
- Manpower projections.
- Onsite delivery oversight.
- Report directly to management.
- Inspect and verify all work is being completed in a timely manner and within the scope and regulations of the project.
- Keep up with inventory of needed material.
- Estimate/Takeoffs
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Managed project timelines, coordinating resources to meet deadlines effectively.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency across multiple projects.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve team productivity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align strategic objectives with operational execution.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients, vendors and other stakeholders.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Negotiated with vendors for better rates on school supplies, significantly reducing annual expenses.
Electrical Superintendent
The Brandt Companies
Houston, TX
09.2014 - 03.2021
- Supervise and coordinate activities of assigned craft workers
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize designs for electrical systems, enhancing performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Managed procurement processes for materials and equipment, negotiating contracts to achieve budgetary goals.
- Performed electrical installations and repair for residential and commercial projects.
- Supervised crew of electricians and maintained safe, efficient and structured work environment.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to minimize cost overruns while maintaining project quality standards.
- Administered payroll, set team schedules and maintained records.
- Ability to create work schedules using internal/external software programs
- Responsible for meeting budget guidelines and assisting in preparation of capital and operational budgets
- Knowledge of certain procedures such as LOTO
- Led teams in troubleshooting complex electrical systems, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated with project managers to schedule work, manage resources, and meet critical deadlines.
- Developed training programs for junior electricians, fostering skill development and promoting workplace safety.
- Supervised electrical installation and maintenance projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control protocols.
- Analyzed project specifications to prepare electrical estimates
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure accurate cost assessments and resource allocation.
- Reviewed blueprints and technical drawings to identify potential discrepancies
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing for materials and services.
- Established strong rapport with clients by being responsive and proactive during negotiation phases, resulting in repeat business opportunities.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
Electrician
National Oilwell Varco
09.2011 - 04.2014
- Installed panels, UPS’s, and MCC’s. Pulled wire to provide power for equipment.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Tested equipment by powering it when completed before shipping to ensure it functioned correctly.
- AC unit installment in the cabins on the powerhouses.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems and equipment across various operational sites.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
Education
High School Diploma -
IEC Texas Gulf Coast
Houston, Texasundefined
Lone Star College/Welding School
Conroe, TexasSkills
- National Electrical Codes (NEC)
- Master Electrician license
- Interpret schematics, Blueprints and wiring Diagrams
- SELF-PERFORM
- Excellent leadership Skills
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- IEC
- Project Scheduling
- Budgeting and estimating
- OSHA standards
- Materials management
- LCPR
- Subcontractor relations
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Risk management
- LOTO (lock out tag out)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer skills (Word, Microsoft office, Excel, Blue Beam, CMIC, Accubid and Revizto)
- Safety awareness
Certification
- MASTER ELECTRICIAN LICENSE
- OSHA 30
- STICK WELDING CERTIFICATION
- CPR AND FIRST AID CURRENT
Timeline
Electrical Superintendent 1
Mccarthy
05.2023 - Current
Electrical Superintendent
Kilgore Industries, LP
03.2021 - 03.2023
Electrical Superintendent
The Brandt Companies
09.2014 - 03.2021
Electrician
National Oilwell Varco
09.2011 - 04.2014
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Lone Star College/Welding School
High School Diploma -
IEC Texas Gulf Coast