Electrical Foreman (32377)

Position Summary

The Electrical General Foreman is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all electrical field operations on assigned projects. This role provides leadership to foremen and crews, ensures work is executed safely, productively, and in accordance with contract documents, and serves as the primary field representative for the electrical contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support electrical foremen, lead electricians, and field crews.
• Plan, coordinate, and sequence electrical work to meet project schedules and milestones.
• Provide clear direction on installation methods, productivity expectations, and safety requirements.
• Mentor foremen and electricians, supporting workforce development and performance improvement.
• Enforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety plans.
• Lead daily job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Ensure all electrical installations meet quality standards, NEC requirements, and project specifications.
• Identify and correct deficiencies, rework, and quality issues proactively.
• Cook up manpower loading, crew sizes, and work assignments based on project needs.
• Track labor productivity and provide input on labor forecasts and recovery plans.
• Schedule coordination with project management.
• Cook up manpower loading, crew sizes, and work assignments based on project needs.
• Coordinate electrical work with other trades, general contractors, inspectors, and client representatives.
• Participate in coordination meetings, subcontractor meetings, and planning sessions.
• Communicate field progress, constraints, and material needs to project managers and superintendents.
• Cook up material deliveries, staging, and inventory to support uninterrupted field operations.
• Support prefabrication and material kitting efforts where applicable.
• Support accurate daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress documentation.
• Aid in layout, redlines, and as-built documentation as required.
• Support commissioning, testing, and turnover activities from a field execution standpoint.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in electrical construction.
• Journeyman Electrician (JW) license.
• Proven experience in a leadership role such as Foreman or Lead Electrician.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation methods, sequencing, and productivity planning.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.