Electrical Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Electrical Foreman – Commercial Construction

Job Title: Electrical Foreman – Commercial Construction

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman to lead and supervise field operations on mid to large-scale commercial construction projects. This role is responsible for managing daily production activities, ensuring quality installations, enforcing safety standards, and supporting project teams to deliver work in accordance with contract documents and code requirements. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge and proven experience managing electrical crews in commercial environments.

Key Responsibilities

The Electrical Foreman plans and assigns daily work activities, supervises and trains field personnel, and coordinates manpower needs with project management. This position oversees the installation of electrical systems to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes. The foreman coordinates inspections, identifies and reports conflicts or deviations, and assists with schedule and cost-related adjustments as required.

Additional responsibilities include ordering materials and tools, managing deliveries, supervising material storage, and inspecting equipment and materials for compliance and defects. The Electrical Foreman enforces all company safety programs, conducts safety meetings, completes accident reports, and leads jobsite safety initiatives. This role also performs jobsite administrative duties such as timekeeping, cost coding, packing slips, and documentation.

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he Electrical Foreman serves as a primary field contact, working closely with project managers, general contractors, inspectors, vendors, manufacturers, and owner representatives to ensure proper installation and project execution.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position supervises all field personnel within the assigned scope of work as directed by the Project Manager.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a Journeyman or Master Electrician license and have completed a minimum of four years of formal apprenticeship training. A minimum of eight years of electrical field experience is required. Certifications in CPR, First Aid, OSHA 10, and Hilti are required or must be obtained as directed.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all trades and levels of the organization. Extensive knowledge of electrical tools, equipment, and installation methods is required, along with the ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, wiring diagrams, and contract documents.

Physical Requirements

The Electrical Foreman must be able to perform physical tasks associated with active construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolding, working at heights, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, crouching, and working overhead for extended periods. Normal vision and hearing are required, with or without correction.

Work Environment

This role is performed in active construction environments that may include noise, debris, uneven surfaces, and varying weather conditions. Employees must remain alert to jobsite hazards and adhere to all safety protocols.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This is a Drug-Free Workplace.