About this role
Electrical Operations Supervisor - Rhoads Industries
Founded and family-owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads’ capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state-of-the-art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership.
As a member of the Rhoads team, you’ll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads.
We are currently looking for Electrical Operations Supervisors to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. The Electrical Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading complex electrical installation work on high-visibility Defense construction projects. This role bridges technical execution with operational leadership—managing workforce, execution plans, cost/schedule thresholds, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, planning skills, and field leadership to ensure safe, timely, and code-compliant electrical construction.
The Electrical Operations Supervisor role requires flexibility in working hours including weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.
What You Will Be Doing
- Oversee daily execution of electrical construction activities including:
- Electrical equipment installation
- LV/HV power and control cable installation, termination, and testing
- Cableway, conduit, and cable management systems
- Lead and supervise a team of up to 15 electricians.
- Serve as the primary interface between engineering/design, scheduling, and field crews.
- Interpret and enforce compliance with electrical specifications, work instructions, NEC/NFPA codes, and referenced government/DoD standards.
- Drive daily and weekly execution plans and workforce deployment strategies.
- Monitor cost, labor productivity, and progress to ensure project stays on schedule and budget.
- Participate in daily coordination meetings, safety briefings, and schedule reviews.
- Foster a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Engage with union labor and ensure compliance with workforce agreements and practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Your Background
- Journeyman or Master Electrician license (preferred)
- OSHA 30