Electrical General Foreman

About the role

The General Foreman at Rosendin is responsible for supervising all field production activities, providing technical expertise in installing and troubleshooting electrical wiring and equipment, and working cooperatively with the general contractor and/or customer in managing the project.

Responsibilities

• Supervise labor, materials, and production for electrical construction projects.
• Provide assistance to the Foreman in planning the job, ordering materials and manpower.
• Review and monitor labor efficiencies, hours and ratios.
• Project labor needs for the duration of the project.
• Monitor codes and specifications, installation methods.
• Prepare, review, distribute and/or maintain all required installation documentation.
• Manage and assign tasks to crew members, maintain an accurate labor tracking log, and communicate with other key project personnel.
• Achieve productivity objectives by effectively managing tasks.
• Anticipate and resolve potential issues proactively.
• Maintain safety equipment, materials, and tools on site.
• Ensure proper installation documentation and maintain “as-builts”.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals including project owners, architects, general contractors, management, crew members, etc.
• Adhere to project contract document changes and Rosendin change order notice-to-proceed policies.
• Adhere to all Rosendin, state and federal safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• State Issued Electrical license, where applicable by state requirement.
• 5 years of Electrical Experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience working as an Electrical Foreman/General Foreman or in a similar role in electrical construction, design and cost management for commercial or industrial projects.
• Advanced abilities in reading and interpreting electrical plans and specifications with in-depth knowledge of the NFPA codes.
• Demonstrated track record of successful project leadership with experience managing sub-Foremen.
• Solid understanding of the electrical codes and installation methods.
• Knowledgeable regarding the build, installation and maintenance of control panels.
• Knowledgeable in the identification and repair of faults in electrical apparatus and circuits.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively order and track materials, perform cost projections and develop “as-builts”.
• Strong knowledge and experience related to scheduling, material lead times, product knowledge and installation durations.

Qualifications

• Capable of managing any type of private or public sector electrical construction project including new construction, tenant improvements, etc.
• Experience in verifying the compliance and functionality of installations.
• Knowledgeable in the installation of power systems: lighting, fire protection, security and data networks.
• Proactive approach to anticipating and resolving potential issues.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical plans and specifications.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical codes and installation methods.
• Experience in verifying the compliance and functionality of installations.
• Knowledgeable in the installation of power systems: lighting, fire protection, security and data networks.
• Ability to identify and repair faults in electrical apparatus and circuits.
• Ability to effectively order and track materials, perform cost projections and develop “as-builts”.
• Strong knowledge and experience related to scheduling, material lead times, product knowledge and installation durations.

Benefits

• Robust healthcare and retirement benefit package.
• Contractor provided power tools.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Well rounded training for next levels.
• Industry leading project opportunities.
• Travel opportunities are available.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Perform ladder climbing, wire pulling, and conduit installation.
• Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls, and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
• Maintain a standing position for long periods of time while performing repetitive actions such as grasping or manipulating wires.
• Lift 50 lbs. from the ground and pull 50 lbs. of force.
• Maintain use of feet, legs, hands, and arms to climb and/or balance on scaffolding or ladders.
• Maintain use of arms, hands, and fingers to reach, handle, and feel cable, wires, tools, and other equipment.
• Must have use of arms, hands, and fingers to distinguish color-coded wires.
• Maintain use of vision, both close and distant, and hearing.
• Maintain use of vision focus and use peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Exposure to a variety of weather conditions including cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.
• High noise levels.
• Cramped and dirty working environment.
• Hazards include risk of electrical shock and other work-site accidents.
• 40-hour workweek is normal, however, if offered, working overtime may be included; electricians may work nights or weekends.