xAI· Data Center· Memphis, TN
Construction Superintendent - Electrical
Classified Tasks (12)
Automate 0%Augment 42%Human-Only 58%
Augment (5)
AI assists, human decides
Manage and schedule electrical contractors, subcontractors, and on-site crews to deliver project milestones on time and to xAI’s quality and reliability standards
operational
Monitor daily progress of electrical construction activities and worksite execution
operational
Maintain detailed logs, red-line drawings, and as-built documentation for power infrastructure
administrative
Develop and enforce aggressive construction schedules while keeping the project on time and within budget
operational
Prepare and present progress reports, electrical construction metrics, and risk updates to senior leadership
communication
Human-Only (7)
Requires human judgment
Oversee electrical contractors and crews building electrical infrastructure including underground duct banks, high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, power distribution, grounding, lighting, and process power for mission-critical data center facilities
operational
Oversee and coordinate electrical installations including underground duct banks, conduits, cable pulling, terminations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, and grounding for xAI Data Centers
technical
Ensure contractors adhere to the defined electrical scope and deliver high-integrity power systems to support data center uptime and operational readiness
operational
Champion and enforce the safety program to build a zero-incident culture around energized equipment, excavations, and heavy electrical installations
leadership
Supervise foremen and electrical crews, fostering teamwork and accountability in a mission-critical environment
leadership
Resolve on-site challenges such as material delays, technical conflicts, sequencing issues, and coordination with other trades with focus on electrical system reliability and code compliance
operational
Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with local regulations, electrical codes, safety protocols, and quality standards
technical
Job description
ABOUT xAI xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: You will oversee electrical contractors and crews building electrical infrastructure for xAI’s Memphis Data Center — including underground duct banks, high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, power distribution, grounding, lighting, and process power for mission-critical facilities. If you thrive on hands-on leadership, complex industrial electrical construction, and contributing to high-impact AI infrastructure, join us to help deliver one of the most advanced data centers in the world. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Memphis, Tennessee, with relocation required depending on additional construction locations within the US. RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee and coordinate electrical installations including underground duct banks, conduits, cable pulling, terminations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, and grounding for xAI Data Centers. Manage and schedule electrical contractors, subcontractors, and on-site crews to deliver project milestones on time and to xAI’s exacting quality and reliability standards. Ensure all contractors adhere to electrical scope, delivering high-integrity power systems critical to data center uptime and operational readiness. Monitor daily progress of electrical construction, maintaining detailed logs, red-line drawings, and as-built documentation for power infrastructure. Develop and enforce aggressive construction schedules while keeping the project on time and within budget. Champion and enforce xAI’s safety program, building a zero-incident culture across all teams working around energized equipment, excavations, and heavy electrical installations. Supervise foremen and electrical crews, fostering teamwork and accountability in a high-stakes mission-critical environment. Proactively resolve on-site challenges — material delays, technical conflicts, sequencing issues, and coordination with other trades — with a strong focus on electrical system reliability and code compliance. Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with local regulations, electrical codes, safety protocols, and xAI’s stringent quality standards. Prepare and present clear progress reports, electrical construction metrics, and risk updates to senior leadership. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 3+ years managing electrical construction teams with strong emphasis on large-scale industrial or mission-critical electrical projects. 3+ years of direct hands-on experience in electrical installations including un