Electrical General Foreman
About the role
The General Foreman coordinates and directs the activities of multiple Foremen on a project or may coordinate and direct the activities of craft personnel directly. Responsible for ensuring construction and maintenance tasks are completed in a timely, safe, and cost-efficient manner. Works under the direction of a Job Site Superintendent or directly under the direction of a Project Manager. The General Foreman typically works under direction of the Superintendent, but may serve as the lead representative for the company at a construction site, directing and coordinating the activities of the various trade groups such as Carpenters, Equipment Operators, Pipefitters, Welders, Electricians, Instrument Craftsmen, etc. When in this capacity, the General Foreman’s role is like that of the Superintendent, providing overall management oversight for all phases of the construction project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment and ensuring that specifications are being followed. Responsibilities include making sure that the work progresses according to schedule, that material and equipment are delivered to the site on time, and that the activities of the various workers do not interfere with one another. Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel, inspectors, and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and to improve construction methods. Inspects work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications and that construction schedules are adhered to. Prepares, or receives from subordinates, reports on progress, materials and equipment used and costs and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports.
Responsibilities
- Must have a broad working knowledge of their assigned craft (carpentry, pipefitting, equipment operation