Electrical Foreman - Commercial Construction
About The Position
Progressive Communications is seeking an experienced high-voltage electrician with 10+ years of electrical construction experience and a minimum of 2 years in a foreman or field leadership role. This role requires mandatory travel and involves significant responsibilities in construction field leadership, work planning and execution for new construction, high voltage technical oversight, safety leadership, coordination and communication, materials management, and documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of NEC, commercial electrical systems, and jobsite safety, with proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Requirements
- 10+ years of commercial electrical construction experience
- 2+ years experience as a Foreman or Lead Electrician on commercial projects
- Strong knowledge of NEC, commercial electrical systems, and jobsite safety
- Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, one-lines, and schematics
- Experience coordinating with General Contractors and other trade foremen
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Professional demeanor and appearance
- Valid driver’s license
- Personal vehicle with active auto insurance
Nice To Haves
- Trade school or apprenticeship preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise, direct, and support journeymen, apprentices, and helpers
- Assign daily tasks, manage manpower, and adjust crew sequencing to meet production goals
- Mentor apprentices and junior electricians; promote accountability and skill development
- Enforce company policies, jobsite rules, and professional conduct
- Support corrective or disciplinary actions, when necessary, in coordination with project leadership
- Plan and layout work based on drawings, specifications, and field conditions
- Coordinate electrical activities to prevent conflicts with other trades
- Lead daily huddles, stretch-and-flex, and task planning meetings
- Track progress and drive completion of schedule milestones
- Identify and resolve field issues proactively to prevent delays or rework
- Oversee installation of commercial electrical systems including: EMT, rigid, and PVC conduit; Switchgear, panelboards, and transformers; Lighting and lighting control systems; Fire alarm systems (as applicable); Branch circuitry, feeders, grounding, and bonding; Underground, rough-in, trim, and finish work
- Ensure all installations comply with NEC, project specifications, and quality standards
- Support inspections, testing, punch lists, and final closeout activities
- Support Safety Manager to enforce all OSHA, site-specific, and company safety policies
- Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning, and daily safety briefings
- Identify and correct unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately
- Report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns per company procedures
- Serve as the on-site electrical point of contact with GCs, inspectors, and other trades
- Communicate manpower needs, progress updates, and field issues to project leadership
- Coordinate inspections, shutdowns, and critical path activities
- Support RFIs, field clarifications, and as-built documentation
- Forecast material needs and coordinate deliveries to maintain workflow
- Ensure tools, equipment, and lifts are available and used safely
- Monitor labor productivity and support labor-hour targets
- Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsite conditions
- Complete daily reports, timecards, manpower tracking, and progress documentation
- Assist with punch lists, quality control checks, and project closeout
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
