Electrician Foreman

Kiewit•Abilene, TX

About The Position

The Electrician Foreman leads and manages crew members’ daily activities and production according to project timelines, plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The role provides necessary training on proper safety and operational procedures and may work with or supervise other crafts at levels appropriate to their training and skills, as requested by project supervision. The foreman plans and coordinates people, equipment, tools, and materials to support safe, efficient, and timely project construction. The role is responsible for crew safety, quality workmanship, accurate reporting, and completing assignments within estimated costs. The foreman also communicates work scope, plans, schedules, and safety concerns to leadmen and crews, and monitors compliance with company policies and applicable safety rules.

Requirements

May require a high school diploma or equivalent, along with previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Thorough knowledge and skill to perform all essential functions of the craft workers under supervision.
Ability to plan tasks to carry out all aspects of assigned work safely and efficiently, and to teach safety practices, policies, and procedures.
Working knowledge of scheduling, material control, unit manhour performance, estimating fundamentals, and job cost management systems.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with supervised craft workers and management or supervision.
Good communication, motivation, and teamwork skills.
Able to meet all physical requirements.
Must have all required tools.
Able to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces, potentially exceeding 200 feet.
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by workload.
May require a valid state-issued driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and organize people, equipment, tools, and materials to support safe, efficient, and timely project construction.
Ensure construction equipment is operated and maintained correctly.
Maintain accurate records of job quantities, productivity rates, timesheets, and daily management reports.
May assist in developing a weekly schedule and sequencing activities for the assigned crew.
Complete work assignments on time and within estimated costs while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality workmanship and products.
Ensure crew members’ safety and conduct operations according to applicable company and government safety rules.
Conduct toolbox meetings and communicate safety concerns, work scope, plans, and schedules to leadmen and crews.
Monitor compliance with company policies among employees under supervision.
Provide training on proper safety and operational procedures.
Work with or supervise other crafts as requested by project supervision and as appropriate to training and skills.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules, and perform other duties as required.